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Sam Francis
Sun Up - Abstract Expressionism American Art Post War

1964

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SAM FRANCIS 1923-1994 San Mateo, California 1923 – 1994 Santa Monica (American) Title: Sun Up, 1964 Technique: Original Hand Signed and Inscribed Lithograph in Colours on BFK Rives Wove Paper Paper size: 47 x 66 cm. / 18.5 x 26 in. Additional Information: This original lithograph in colours is hand signed by the artist in pencil "Sam Francis" at the lower right image. It is also hand inscribed “artist’s proof” in pencil next to the signature. Our impression is an artist’s proof aside from the standard edition of 75. It was published by Kornfeld and Klipstein, Bern in 1964. This subject is recorded in the Sam Francis Archive with the identification number SF-63. Literature: Lembark, W. C. (1992). The Prints of Sam Francis: A Catalogue Raisonné, 1960-1990. New York: Hudson Hills Press Reference: Lembark L. 76 Condition: Excellent condition.
  • Creator:
    Sam Francis (1923–1994, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1964
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)Width: 25.99 in (66 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1807782982
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