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Untitled Diptych

Sam Francis (American, 1923–1994) · 1987

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$86,360 price realized incl. premium

≈ £64,806≈ €77,011

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Medium
Acrylic · Works on paper all acrylic results →
As published: “acrylic on paper, diptych”
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Paper
Signed / inscribed
Signed and dated "SAM FRANCIS 1987" on the reverse of the backing board
Category
Acrylic paintings
Dimensions
overall 30 5/8 x 45 in. (77.8 x 114.3 cm)
Auction house
Phillips
Sale
Modern & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Morning Session (NY010425)
Date
May 14, 2025
Location
New York, United States
Lot
165
Estimate
$50,000 – $70,000 (≈ £37,521 – £52,529) (≈ €44,587 – €62,422)
Source
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Retrieved Sep 25, 2026

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