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Untitled (SF88-399) by Sam Francis, 1988–1989, acrylic and wood collage on paper, sold May 2022

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Untitled (SF88-399)

Sam Francis (American, 1923–1994) · 1988–1989

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Medium: Acrylic · Works on paper all acrylic results →
As published: “acrylic and wood collage on paper”
Support: Paper
Signed / inscribed: Signed "Sam Francis" on the reverse
Category: Acrylic paintings
Dimensions: 81 x 40 in. (205.7 x 101.6 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: 20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Morning Session (NY010422)
Date: May 19, 2022
Location: New York, United States
Lot: 111
Estimate: $150,000 – $250,000 (≈ £120,754 – £201,256) (≈ €142,518 – €237,530)
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Retrieved Sep 26, 2026

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