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La notte (Night) by Sam Francis, 1988, Etching and aquatint in colors, on Fabriano paper, with full margins,, sold Apr 2016

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La notte (Night)

Sam Francis (American, 1923–1994) · 1988

$8,750 price realized incl. premium

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Medium: Etching · Prints & multiples all etching results →
As published: “Etching and aquatint in colors, on Fabriano paper, with full margins,”
Support: Paper
Edition: 18/30
Signed / inscribed: Signed and numbered 18/30 in pencil
Category: Design (named designers)
Dimensions: I. 38 3/4 x 78 1/2 in. (98.4 x 199.4 cm) S. 45 5/8 x 95 in. (115.9 x 241.3 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Evening & Day Editions (NY030116)
Date: April 25, 2016
Location: New York
Lot: 184
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000 (≈ £2,757 – £4,136) (≈ €3,551 – €5,327)
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Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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