SAM FRANCIS | Sans Titre (Point Reyes)

Tokuyama, Tokuyama City Museum of Art and History, Sam Francis and Sengai: From the Idemitsu Museum of Arts, 11 April 11 - 1 June 1997; catalogue, pp. 54–55., no. 23, illustrated in colour
Tokyo, Idemitsu Museum of Arts ; Osaka, Idemitsu Museum of Arts Part I; Osaka, Idemitsu Museum of Arts Part II, Sam Francis: From the Idemitsu Collection, June 27– 1 April 2001; catalogue, pp. 58–59, no. 58, illustrated in colour

artist pinholes are visible in the two upper corners. The sheet is attached verso to a wooden backing board. Under close inspection, creases are visible starting from the right edge, most notably in the upper right quadrant.
"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."

This work is identified with the interim identification number of SF90-177 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.