Sam Francis was an influential American painter known for his abstract expressionist works. Born on June 25, 1923, in San Francisco, California, Francis's career spanned over four decades, during which he produced a significant body of work that explored the relationship between color, form, and space. His paintings are characterized by their vibrant colors and lyrical compositions, which reflect his deep engagement with the natural world and the philosophical underpinnings of his art. Francis passed away on November 4, 1994.
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“Color is born of the interpenetration of light and dark.”
Source: Sam Francis: black and white lithographs, 1963-1975
“Painting is about the beauty of space and the power of containment.”