Sam Francis American 1923-1994 Tokyo (SF74-23) acrylic on Japon paper 1974; signed and dated "Sam Francis 1974 Tokyo" verso; Sheet: 36 1/2 x 72 in. (92.7 x 182.9 cm.), Frame: 55 x 90 in. (139.7 x 228.6 cm.) Provenance: This work is identified with the identification number of SF74-23 in the Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonn? Project.; Notes: Note: "A radiant symphony of color and light, this work epitomizes Sam Francis?s celebrated exploration of space, gesture, and chromatic intensity. Sweeping arcs of crimson, cobalt, and saffron punctuate a luminous white ground, their dynamic energy suspended in an expansive field of possibility. Executed at a monumental scale, the work immerses the viewer in Francis?s unique visual language?an exuberant dialogue between controlled chance and deliberate composition. Created during a pivotal period in the artist?s career, when his paintings embraced an openness and clarity inspired by the California light, this canvas manifests Francis?s conviction that color could become a metaphor for light itself. Works of this scale and vibrancy from the mid-1970s remain rare in private hands, aligning this piece with the artist?s most significant contributions to postwar abstraction." This item does not qualify for in-house shipping. Please see our preferred shippers' list for quotes or arrange for local pickup. https://www.abell.com/buy-sell/how-to-ship/ Framed floating under acrylic. Examined out of frame. Colors vibrant. No apparent tears, nicks, creases, or paint loss. No apparent restorations. Slight toning to sheet. Edges of paper inherently irregular. The paper thinner along the edges. Abell provides in-house shipping for select items. Our office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for item pickups. Items that cannot be shipped will be noted. An email will go out after invoices are sent. For assistance with shipping, please refer to our shippers' page at https://www.abell.com/buy-sell/how-to-ship/. Payment: Jewelry and coins must be paid by wire transfer, cash, or check (checks subject to clearance before release). The Condition Report states Abell Auction's reasonable opinion as to the lot?s general condition in the terms stated in the particular report, and Abell does not represent or guarantee that a Condition Report includes all aspects of the internal or external condition of the Lot. Items sold at auction are of considerable age and may exhibit wear, usage, repairs, and damage. Therefore, all lots are sold 'as is' and there are no returns or refunds. Abell does not owe the buyer any obligation to report on the condition of the lot and makes no guarantee the condition will be given for the lot. Abell attempts to provide accurate descriptions and images of products online. It is the buyer's responsibility to review all of the information provided about a lot before placing a bid. The buyer acknowledges that the products are sold on an ?as-is? basis. Provenance: This work is identified with the identification number of SF74-23 in the Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonn? Project.;Notes: Note: "A radiant symphony of color and light, this work epitomizes Sam Francis?s celebrated exploration of space, gesture, and chromatic intensity. Sweeping arcs of crimson, cobalt, and saffron punctuate a luminous white ground, their dynamic energy suspended in an expansive field of possibility. Executed at a monumental scale, the work immerses the viewer in Francis?s unique visual language?an exuberant dialogue between controlled chance and deliberate composition.Created during a pivotal period in the artist?s career, when his paintings embraced an openness and clarity inspired by the California light, this canvas manifests Francis?s conviction that color could become a metaphor for light itself. Works of this scale and vibrancy from the mid-1970s remain rare in private hands, aligning this piece with the artist?s most significant contributions to postwar abstraction."This item does not qualify for in-house shipping. Please see our preferred shippers' list for quotes or arrange for local pickup. https://www.abell.com/buy-sell/how-to-ship/