Sam Francis

American, 1923 - 1994

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  • The image features an abstract drawing of a face. The drawing shows part of the face from the forehead down to the lips. The facial features appear simplified and distorted. The eyes are drawn with swirling lines, the lips with slightly curved lines, and the nose with minimal outlining. The drawing does not include any hair or other body features. The background is plain with no detail, and the image is presented on a large sheet of paper with margins surrounding the central artwork.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Etching in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.52

    Not on view
  • In the image, there is a small rectangular section with bold, irregular shapes and lines creating an abstract composition. The shapes include curved and angular lines suggesting the outline of a face, with an eye and mouth within the form. The rest of the image is blank, white space surrounding the central design, emphasizing it.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Sugarlift aquatint in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.49

    Not on view
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    Totem

    Sam Francis, Jacob Samuel, Gemini G.E.L.

    1981, published 1983

    Sugarlift aquatint on fabriano rosaspina wove paper  Accession ID  1988.74.34

    Not on view
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    Second Mother

    Sam Francis, Jacob Samuel, Gemini G.E.L.

    1981, published 1983

    Sugarlift aquatint on fabriano rosaspina wove paper  Accession ID  1988.74.35

    Not on view
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    Falling Star

    Sam Francis, Serge Lozingot, Alan Holoubek, Yasutoshi Ishibashi, Gemini G.E.L.

    1981

    Color lithograph on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  1988.74.36.1

    Not on view
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    Eight Lithographs to Benefit the Foundation for Contemporary Performance Arts, Inc.

    Various Artists, Sam Francis, David Hockney, Jasper Johns, Ellsworth Kelly, Bruce Nauman, Robert Rauschenberg, Richard Serra, Gemini G.E.L.

    1981

    Portfolio of seven lithographs  Accession ID  1988.74.36.1-7

    Not on view
  • The image displays a grid of rectangular shapes filled with splattered paint and swirling lines, creating an abstract pattern. The white rectangles are overlaid with colors like greens, reds, blues, and blacks, similar to spilled ink or splashed paint. The composition is reminiscent of a tangled forest or a busy urban area from above, with unpredictable paths and bursts of color.

    Untitled

    Sam Francis

    1979

    Watercolor and acrylic on wove paper  Accession ID  2015.19.3175

    Not on view
  • The image displays sweeping arcs and looping lines forming a chaotic spiral pattern in the center. Bold black brushstrokes and splatters dominate the abstract composition, contrasting against the paler background. Scattered dots and splashes radiate outward, suggesting movement and dynamism.

    Untitled

    Sam Francis, Edward Henderson, Mark Stock, Gemini G.E.L.

    1978

    Color lithograph on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  1983.71.7

    Not on view
  • The image shows an abstract composition with a central blue shape, resembling a swirling design with a symmetrical pattern. The shape is made of thick lines, organic forms, splatters, and dots. The background features vibrant colors like red, yellow, and green with specks and drips interspersed throughout. The artwork appears dynamic, intricate, lively, and energetic.

    Untitled

    Sam Francis, Serge Lozingot, Edward Henderson, Gemini G.E.L.

    1978, published 1979

    Color lithograph on okawara wove paper  Accession ID  1981.5.9

    Not on view
  • The image shows swirling shapes and dynamic lines converging in an intricate design on the canvas. The abstract piece features a variety of colors, including dominant blues and vibrant speckles of red, yellow, and green. The central form appears like cascading petals or a stylized bow, with complex and layered textures. The overall composition suggests movement and complexity.

    Untitled

    Sam Francis, Serge Lozingot, Edward Henderson, Gemini G.E.L.

    1978, published 1979

    Color lithograph on okawara wove paper  Accession ID  1981.83.1

    Not on view
  • The image shows two triangular shapes in the center, filled with black and dark blue tones, surrounded by dots and lines extending outward. The background is ivory, accentuating the contrast of the shapes and splashes of blue and black.

    Untitled

    Sam Francis, Mark Stock, Edward Henderson, Gemini G.E.L.

    1977

    Color lithograph on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  1991.74.38

    Not on view
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    Pointing at the Future II

    Sam Francis, Mark Stock, Edward Henderson, Gemini G.E.L.

    1977

    Color lithograph on two sheets of wove arches 88 paper  Accession ID  1985.47.49.a-b

    Not on view