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Sam Francis (American, 1923–1994) · 1970

£93,750 price realized incl. premium

≈ $124,125≈ €106,344

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Medium
Gouache · Works on paper all gouache results →
As published: “gouache on paper”
Support
Paper
Signed / inscribed
Signed and dated 'Sam Francis 1970' on the reverse; further stamped by The Estate of Sam Francis on the reverse
Category
Gouaches
Dimensions
121.5 x 161.5 cm (47 7/8 x 63 5/8 in.)
Auction house
Phillips
Sale
20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale (UK010518)
Date
June 26, 2018
Location
London
Lot
144
Estimate
£80,000 – £120,000 (≈ $105,920 – $158,880) (≈ €90,747 – €136,121)
Source
Auction house phillips.com ↗
Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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