Sam Francis
(American, 1923-1994)
Untitled (SF77-161), 1977
acrylic on paper
signed Sam Francis and dated (verso)
41 x 29 1/2 inches.

Property from the Estate of Billie Ross, Chicago, Illinois

Provenance:

Richard Gray Gallery, Chicago

Exhibited: Palo Alto, California, Smith Andersen Gallery, Sam Francis: Works in Progress III, February 11 - April 2, 1978

This work is identified with the interim identification number of SF77-161 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.

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