- 889
Sam Francis
Estimate
380,000 - 550,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sam Francis
- Untitled
- acrylic on paper
signed and dated Feb. 1970 on the reverse
Executed in 1970 in Bern.
This work is identified with the interim identification number of SF70-033 in consideration for the forthcoming Sam Francis: Catalogue Raisonné of Unique Works on Paper. This information is subject to change as scholarship continues by the Sam Francis Foundation. This work is alternatively registered with the Sam Francis Foundation under archive number SF69-1007.
Executed in 1970 in Bern.
This work is identified with the interim identification number of SF70-033 in consideration for the forthcoming Sam Francis: Catalogue Raisonné of Unique Works on Paper. This information is subject to change as scholarship continues by the Sam Francis Foundation. This work is alternatively registered with the Sam Francis Foundation under archive number SF69-1007.
Provenance
The Estate of Sam Francis, California (1994)
Ace Gallery, Beverly Hills
Sotheby's, New York, 26 February 2007, lot 37
Private Collection (acquired from the above sale)
Christie's, London, 15 February 2012, lot 268
Private Collection, Europe (acquired from the above sale)
Ace Gallery, Beverly Hills
Sotheby's, New York, 26 February 2007, lot 37
Private Collection (acquired from the above sale)
Christie's, London, 15 February 2012, lot 268
Private Collection, Europe (acquired from the above sale)
Exhibited
Los Angeles, Chac-Mool Contemporary Fine Art, California: State of the Art/Art of the State, May 1997
Rome, Galleria Il Gabbiano, Sam Francis, November 1998 - February 1999, p. 6, cat. no. 4 (illustrated in colour)
San Francisco, Brian Gross Fine Art, Sam Francis: Work on Paper from the Sixties, October - December 2001
Rome, Galleria Il Gabbiano, Sam Francis, November 1998 - February 1999, p. 6, cat. no. 4 (illustrated in colour)
San Francisco, Brian Gross Fine Art, Sam Francis: Work on Paper from the Sixties, October - December 2001
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. Evidence of paper discolouration observed which is consistent with the work's age. Deckle paper edges are inherent to the artist's choice of medium. Upon close examination, light staining is observed, located 35 cm from the right and 23 cm from the bottom edge, as well as on the right edge 41 cm up from the bottom right corner. Please note that this work has not been examined out of its frame. Framed in Plexiglass.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
"Painting is about the beauty of space and the power of containment."
Sam Francis
Sam Francis