{"title":"Sam Francis","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"trietto-iii-sam-francis","title":"Trietto III - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, 'Trietto III' features overlapping shapes and gestural marks in a vibrant palette of blues, reds, and greens. The painting showcases Francis's signature style of controlled chaos and spontaneous expression.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSam Francis (1923-1994) was an American painter and printmaker associated with Abstract Expressionism. He is particularly known for his large-scale, colourful abstract paintings. Francis spent time in Paris, where he was influenced by both American Abstract Expressionism and French modernism. His work often features drips, splashes, and washes of colour, creating dynamic and energetic compositions. He explored the use of colour and light, often leaving areas of the canvas bare to allow the colours to breathe. 'Trietto III' exemplifies Francis's style, with its interplay of translucent forms and bold, gestural marks. The composition is built from overlapping shapes in hues of blue, red, and green, punctuated by splatters and drips of paint. A grid-like structure in black provides a contrasting element, adding a sense of depth and complexity to the composition. The overall effect is one of spontaneity and controlled chaos, characteristic of Abstract Expressionist aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-abstract-composition-ink-on-paper-wassily-kandinsky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (Abstract Composition, Ink on Paper) - Wassily Kandinsky — Wassily Kandinsky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57602231599439,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57602238153039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57602238185807,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57602238218575,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57602238251343,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57602238284111,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57602238316879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57602238349647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57602238382415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57602238415183,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57602238447951,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57602238480719,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_8168dd06-d28c-4d3f-9369-da08e84289dc.jpg?v=1777619335"},{"product_id":"blue-with-red-yellow-and-orange-sam-francis","title":"Blue With Red, Yellow and Orange - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic abstract composition by Sam Francis, focusing on the interplay of primary colours and spatial openness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, developed a distinct visual language that prioritised the interaction of colour and light. His work often features expansive, airy compositions where pigment is applied with a sense of fluidity and openness. This piece reflects his interest in the spatial qualities of the canvas, where the edges of the frame act as a boundary for the internal movement of colour.\n\nIn this composition, Francis employs a restrained palette to explore the relationship between primary hues and the surrounding space. The application of paint suggests a deliberate balance between spontaneity and structure. Unlike the dense, gestural works of his contemporaries, Francis often allowed the white or neutral ground of the canvas to participate in the overall composition, creating a sense of breathability and depth. His time spent in Paris and Japan significantly influenced his approach, leading to a style that bridges Western abstraction with Eastern concepts of negative space.\n\nThe work invites the viewer to observe the subtle variations in tone and the way colour fields interact without the interference of representational forms. By focusing on the physical properties of paint and the luminosity of the surface, Francis creates an environment that is both meditative and visually engaging. This print captures the nuances of his original technique, preserving the delicate transitions and the specific quality of his brushwork. It is a representative example of his mid-century output, where the focus remained on the purity of the medium and the emotional resonance of colour relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-three-black-rectangles-on-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (Three Black Rectangles on Purple) - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-abstract-composition-ink-on-paper-wassily-kandinsky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (Abstract Composition, Ink on Paper) - Wassily Kandinsky — Wassily Kandinsky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913724600655,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913726042447,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913726075215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913726107983,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57913726140751,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Blue-With-Red-Yellow-and-Orange_Poster_CompositorV1_1781400366963.jpg?v=1781409161"},{"product_id":"upper-yellow-ii-sam-francis","title":"Upper Yellow II - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1965 lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring a central void surrounded by fluid, primary-coloured forms that explore space and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpper Yellow II, created in 1965, is a lithograph by the American artist Sam Francis. This work displays the characteristic approach Francis took toward printmaking, where he treated the paper surface as a field for spatial experimentation. The composition is defined by a central void, a white space that acts as a container for the surrounding colour forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis utilised a palette of primary colours, including yellow, blue, and red, to create a sense of movement around the edges of the frame. The forms appear to drip and splatter, suggesting a physical interaction between the artist and the medium. These marks are not random; they are carefully placed to balance the weight of the composition. The lithographic process allowed Francis to explore the transparency of ink, layering colours to create depth without obscuring the white ground of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 1960s, Francis spent significant time in Japan, and his work from this period reflects an interest in the concept of 'ma', or the space between objects. In Upper Yellow II, the negative space is as active as the painted elements. The work avoids a traditional centre, instead pushing the visual interest toward the periphery. This creates an open structure that invites the viewer to look across the entire surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a print, this piece demonstrates the technical precision required to replicate the fluid, spontaneous quality of his paintings. The edges of the colour fields remain soft, retaining the immediacy of a brushstroke. By focusing on the relationship between colour and light, Francis created a visual experience that relies on the interaction of these elements rather than representational imagery. This lithograph remains a clear example of his mid-career style, where he refined his use of colour to define the boundaries of the pictorial plane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/leaving-the-theater-albert-belleroche\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLeaving the Theater - Albert Belleroche — Albert de Belleroche\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58857898639695,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58858659545423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58858659578191,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Upper-Yellow-II_Poster_CompositorV1_1790120119540.jpg?v=1790121015"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp89-105-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP89-105) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring fluid paint application and an irregular, expressive colour field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, produced this work in 1989. The piece belongs to a period where his practice moved toward a more gestural and fluid application of paint. Francis spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, and his work often reflects a synthesis of Western action painting and Eastern concepts of space and void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, the artist employs a technique where paint is applied with high fluidity, allowing it to drip and pool across the surface. The central square canvas acts as a container for a collision of primary and secondary colours. Yellow, blue, and green splatters occupy the upper register, while a dense, warm mass of orange and red dominates the lower portion. The paint extends beyond the physical boundaries of the canvas, creating an irregular silhouette that challenges the traditional rectangular frame. This approach forces the viewer to consider the interaction between the painted surface and the surrounding wall space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often utilised the white of the canvas as an active element, yet here he opts for a saturation of colour that obscures the ground. The application suggests a rapid, energetic process, characteristic of his later career. By allowing the medium to dictate the final form through gravity and viscosity, he creates a sense of spontaneity. The work avoids representational imagery, focusing instead on the physical properties of the paint and the emotional resonance of colour relationships. It is a study in material behaviour, where the artist acts as a facilitator for the medium rather than a strict controller of every mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/free-wheeling-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFree Wheeling - Helen Frankenthaler — Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862128955727,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862203502927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862203535695,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP89-105-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790154756540.jpg?v=1790155294"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp94-133-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP94-133) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA late-career abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring bold red forms against a stark white ground with gestural black and blue accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Sam Francis, catalogued as SFP94-133, represents the final period of the artist's career. Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, spent significant time in Paris, Tokyo, and California. His practice often involved the application of paint to white surfaces, allowing the negative space to function as an active component of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this piece, the artist employs a bold, saturated red as the primary visual force. The application of paint suggests a fluid, gestural approach, where the medium appears to have been poured or dripped across the surface. The interaction between the dense, opaque red areas and the stark white ground creates a sense of spatial tension. Small, scattered marks in black and blue provide a counterpoint to the dominant red mass, suggesting a rhythmic, almost musical arrangement of forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis was known for his interest in the physical properties of paint and the way light interacts with colour. His later works often moved away from the all-over compositions of his earlier career, favouring more concentrated, energetic clusters of pigment. This print captures the immediacy of his brushwork and the clarity of his colour choices. The composition avoids traditional perspective, instead focusing on the surface plane and the relationship between the painted elements and the unpainted canvas. The result is a work that prioritises the direct experience of colour and form, reflecting the artist's long-term engagement with the possibilities of non-representational painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/camino-real-iv-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCamino Real (IV) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/merci-joan-mitchell\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMerci by Joan Mitchell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862231814479,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862248624463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58862248657231,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-133-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790155386751.jpg?v=1790155794"},{"product_id":"hail-hailey-sam-francis","title":"Hail Hailey - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring gestural splashes and drips of colour across a white field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHail Hailey is a characteristic example of the later work of Sam Francis, an artist associated with the second generation of American Abstract Expressionism. During this period, Francis moved away from the all-over compositions of his earlier career, instead favouring a more open, airy structure. The canvas functions as a field of white space, punctuated by gestural marks and drips of primary and secondary colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often utilised the physical properties of paint, allowing it to run, pool, and splatter across the surface. In this work, the application of acrylic medium creates a sense of movement and spontaneity. The composition is balanced by the placement of these colour clusters, which seem to drift across the white ground. This approach reflects his interest in the interaction between light and colour, a theme he explored throughout his time in Paris, Tokyo, and California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the dense, layered surfaces of some of his contemporaries, this piece maintains a lightness of touch. The drips and splashes are not chaotic, but rather appear as deliberate, rhythmic interventions. The white space is not merely a background, but an active participant in the visual experience, providing a sense of atmosphere and depth. By limiting the density of the paint, Francis allows the viewer to observe the individual qualities of each mark, from the thin, web-like lines to the heavier, saturated pools of pigment. This work demonstrates his mastery of negative space and his ability to create a sense of balance within an abstract framework, offering a clear view into his process and his focus on the materiality of paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aubade-mark-rothko-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAubade by Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quarzeat-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eQuarzeat by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58867165528399,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58867299778895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58867299811663,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hail-Hailey_Poster_CompositorV1_1790170395742.jpg?v=1790171419"},{"product_id":"blue-balls-viii-sam-francis","title":"Blue Balls VIII - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist abstract work from Sam Francis's 1960s series, featuring organic blue forms suspended in a vast, white space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Balls VIII is a representative example of the series Sam Francis produced between 1960 and 1962. During this period, the artist was confined to a hospital bed in Bern, Switzerland, due to a severe bout of renal tuberculosis. This physical limitation necessitated a shift in his practice, moving away from the large-scale canvases he was known for towards smaller, more intimate works on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe series is defined by a sparse, white ground that functions as an active element rather than a passive background. Floating within this void are organic, cellular forms rendered in shades of blue, punctuated by occasional lines of red or black. These shapes suggest biological structures, reminiscent of microscopic organisms or anatomical diagrams. The application of paint is fluid, with drips and washes that reveal the physical properties of the medium. The composition avoids traditional balance, instead relying on the tension between the isolated clusters of colour and the expansive negative space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis was influenced by his time spent in Japan and his interest in Zen philosophy, which is evident in the economy of his marks. The Blue Balls series marks a transition in his career, reflecting a period of introspection and physical fragility. The works are not merely decorative, but rather a direct response to his environment and his internal state during his recovery. The interplay between the solid blue masses and the delicate, linear elements creates a sense of suspension. This print captures the specific materiality of the original gouache, preserving the transparency of the washes and the deliberate placement of each form against the stark white paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-35-14-balcomb-greene\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (35-14) - Balcomb Greene — Balcomb Greene\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58867185254735,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58867300368719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58867300401487,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Blue-Balls-VIII_Poster_CompositorV1_1790170401212.jpg?v=1790171571"},{"product_id":"light-violet-lembark-l20-sam-francis","title":"Light Violet (Lembark L20) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1963 lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring gestural splashes of blue, red, and violet against an open, white background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight Violet (Lembark L20) is a lithograph by Sam Francis, created in 1963. This work displays the artist's characteristic approach to space and colour, where the white of the paper functions as an active element rather than a passive background. Francis, who spent significant time in Paris and Japan, developed a visual language that merged the gestural energy of American Abstract Expressionism with the spatial awareness found in Eastern aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by clusters of pigment that appear to drift across the surface. Large, organic shapes in deep blue act as anchors, while smaller splashes and drips of red, yellow, and violet create a sense of movement. The application of ink varies from dense, saturated areas to thin, translucent washes, allowing the texture of the paper to remain visible. This technique creates a sense of depth, as if the forms are suspended in a void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often worked in series, exploring the possibilities of colour relationships through repetition and variation. In this print, the interaction between the primary colours and the violet tones suggests a controlled spontaneity. The edges of the forms are soft, suggesting the fluid nature of the medium during the printing process. By avoiding a central focus, the work encourages the eye to travel across the entire sheet, observing the balance between the clustered forms and the open, unprinted areas. This print is documented in the Lembark catalogue raisonné, which records the artist's extensive output in the medium of lithography during his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/thanksgiving-day-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThanksgiving Day by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ritual-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRitual by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Sam Francis →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869613297999,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869653111119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869653143887,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Light-Violet-Lembark-L20-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790193240268.jpg?v=1790193600"},{"product_id":"sail-i-sam-francis","title":"Sail I - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring bold, fluid bands of colour framing an expansive white void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSail I is a lithograph by Sam Francis, an artist associated with the second generation of American Abstract Expressionism. Francis is recognised for his exploration of light, colour, and the physical properties of paint. This work demonstrates his characteristic approach to negative space, where the white of the paper is not merely a background but an active participant in the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image features concentrated bands of colour along the edges of the frame, leaving the centre largely unoccupied. These peripheral marks consist of primary and secondary hues, applied with a fluidity that suggests the spontaneity of the artist's process. The drips and splatters visible at the borders indicate the physical application of the medium, maintaining a sense of immediacy despite the technical requirements of the lithographic process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, and his work often reflects a synthesis of Western gestural abstraction and Eastern aesthetic principles regarding emptiness. In Sail I, the tension between the saturated edges and the expansive white void creates a sense of balance. The composition avoids a central focus, encouraging the viewer to observe the interaction between the coloured forms and the surrounding space. This piece is representative of his later printmaking practice, where he refined his use of colour to create open, airy structures. The work avoids rigid geometry, favouring instead the organic movement of pigment across the surface. It is a clear example of his ability to command a large area through minimal, well-placed interventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/small-worlds-iii-wassily-kandinsky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSmall Worlds III - Wassily Kandinsky — Wassily Kandinsky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reflections-ix-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReflections IX - Helen Frankenthaler — Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869657141583,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869665136975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58869665169743,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sail-I_Poster_CompositorV1_1790193480853.jpg?v=1790194020"},{"product_id":"sun-up-sam-francis","title":"Sun Up - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1960 lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring his signature use of peripheral colour bursts and expansive negative space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun Up is a lithograph by the American artist Sam Francis, produced in 1960. Francis is recognised for his exploration of colour and light, often employing a technique that allows paint to drip and pool across the surface of the paper. This work features a central void, a characteristic element in his compositions, which draws the eye toward the negative space before it encounters the surrounding bursts of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by its peripheral arrangement of forms. Primary colours, including blue, red, and yellow, are applied with varying degrees of opacity and fluidity. The edges of the paper remain largely unworked, creating a sense of openness and suspension. Francis often utilised the white of the paper as an active component of the image, rather than a mere background. This approach creates a dialogue between the density of the pigment and the emptiness of the surrounding area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the artist's interest in the physical properties of ink and the process of lithography. The splatters and drips suggest a spontaneous application, yet the placement of these elements is deliberate. The interaction between the saturated forms and the clean, white ground provides a sense of energy and movement. Francis spent significant periods in Paris and Japan, and his work frequently reflects an interest in the spatial concepts found in Eastern aesthetics, particularly the balance between presence and absence. This print captures the essence of his mid-career style, where the focus shifted toward a more open, airy structure compared to his earlier, more densely packed canvases. It remains a clear example of his ability to manipulate light and colour through abstract forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reflections-iv-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReflections IV by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-dark-grey-painting-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (Dark Grey Painting) by Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872425349455,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872429248847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872429281615,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sun-Up_Poster_CompositorV1_1790235756919.jpg?v=1790235979"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp94-99-sff-1781-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP94-99, SFF.1781) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic late-career abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring energetic splatters of crimson, yellow, and blue against a stark white ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Sam Francis, catalogued as SFP94-99, represents the artist's late-career exploration of colour and gesture. Produced in 1994, the year of his death, the painting displays the characteristic fluidity and spatial awareness that defined his practice. Francis, who spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, developed a unique approach to abstraction that prioritised the interaction between paint and the white ground of the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, the artist employs a series of energetic, overlapping splatters and washes. The application of paint suggests a rapid, spontaneous process, yet the arrangement maintains a sense of balance across the surface. Deep crimson tones dominate the centre, providing a weight that contrasts with the lighter, more translucent applications of yellow, blue, and violet. The white space is not merely a background; it functions as an active element, allowing the colours to breathe and creating a sense of openness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often spoke of his interest in the physical properties of paint, and here, the varying viscosity of the medium is evident. Some areas show thin, watery washes that bleed into the canvas, while others feature thicker, more opaque deposits. This variation in texture adds a tactile quality to the work. By avoiding a singular focal point, the painting encourages the viewer to scan the entire surface, observing the relationships between the different marks and the negative space. This piece is representative of the artist's mature style, where his earlier, more restrained compositions gave way to a greater freedom of movement and a more assertive use of the primary and secondary colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quarzeat-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eQuarzeat by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/what-red-lines-can-do-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWhat Red Lines Can Do by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872558584143,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872567267663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58872567300431,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-99-SFF_Poster_CompositorV1_1790235849443.jpg?v=1790237080"},{"product_id":"blue-balls-v-sam-francis","title":"Blue Balls V - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist abstract work from the Blue Balls series, featuring fluid blue forms suspended in a vast white field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Balls V is a work from the series created by Sam Francis during a period of hospitalisation in Switzerland. The artist, recovering from a severe illness, returned to a restricted palette of blue and white. This choice of colour reflects a shift toward clarity and physical restraint, moving away from the dense, multi-coloured compositions that defined his earlier career. The series is characterised by organic, cellular forms that float across a vast, empty white field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this specific piece, the composition relies on the tension between the negative space and the fluid, gestural marks. The blue shapes appear to drift or collide, with some forms exhibiting soft, translucent washes while others possess a more saturated, opaque quality. The drips and splatters at the lower edges of the larger forms reveal the physical process of the paint application, documenting the movement of the artist's hand. Francis often utilised the white of the paper as an active participant in the work, rather than a mere background. This approach creates a sense of suspension, where the forms seem to exist in a state of flux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis was influenced by both Western abstract painting and Eastern aesthetic traditions, particularly the Japanese concept of ma, or the significance of the void. By limiting his palette, he focused attention on the rhythm of the brushwork and the interaction between the painted elements. The Blue Balls series is often cited for its departure from the aggressive brushwork typical of the New York School, favouring instead a meditative, airy quality. This print captures the original gouache's texture and the subtle variations in blue pigment, offering a clear view of the artist's exploration of space and form during a singular moment in his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hero-and-leander-to-christopher-marlowe-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHero and Leander (To Christopher Marlowe) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/merci-joan-mitchell\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMerci by Joan Mitchell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875755200847,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875764801871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875764834639,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Blue-Balls-V_Poster_CompositorV1_1790274823677.jpg?v=1790275010"},{"product_id":"trietto-4-sfe-077rc-sam-francis","title":"Trietto 4 (SFE 077RC) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1977 lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring a dynamic, circular composition of translucent blue washes and energetic colour splatters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrietto 4 (SFE 077RC) is a lithograph produced by Sam Francis in 1977. This work displays the artist's characteristic approach to space and colour, where the white of the paper functions as an active element rather than a passive background. Francis, who spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, developed a visual language that synthesised the gestural energy of American Abstract Expressionism with the spatial sensibilities of Eastern art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by a central, looping form that suggests a circular or orbital movement. This primary shape is defined by translucent washes of blue, which allow the underlying paper texture to remain visible. Within and around this central motif, Francis introduces a series of splatters, drips, and linear marks in contrasting hues of red, yellow, and green. These elements create a sense of kinetic energy, as if the paint were caught in a state of suspension or mid-air dispersal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the lithograph demonstrates the artist's mastery of the medium. The layering of transparent inks creates depth, while the deliberate placement of marks guides the eye across the surface. Unlike his earlier, more monochromatic works, this piece employs a broader spectrum of colour to articulate the relationship between solid form and empty space. The work avoids a fixed orientation, encouraging the viewer to engage with the interplay of light and pigment. By balancing controlled graphic elements with spontaneous, fluid gestures, Francis creates a visual field that feels both expansive and contained. This print is a representative example of his later graphic output, where the focus shifted towards the exploration of colour relationships and the physical properties of the printmaking process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-over-red-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlue Over Red - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-35-14-balcomb-greene\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (35-14) - Balcomb Greene — Balcomb Greene\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875768406351,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875770175823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875770208591,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Trietto-4-SFE-077RC-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790274857020.jpg?v=1790275323"},{"product_id":"composition-sam-francis","title":"Composition - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring fluid washes of primary colour and gestural lines against an expansive white ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, developed a distinct visual language that prioritised the interaction between colour and the physical void of the canvas. This work displays his characteristic approach to space, where gestural marks and fluid washes of pigment occupy the surface without adhering to a central structure. The composition relies on the tension between concentrated areas of saturated colour and the expansive white ground, a technique often linked to his time spent in Paris and Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis frequently utilised acrylics and water-based media to achieve varying degrees of transparency and opacity. In this piece, the application of paint ranges from thin, calligraphic lines that trace the movement of the artist's hand to dense, pooled areas of primary red, yellow, and blue. These forms appear to float, suggesting a sense of weightlessness that distinguishes his work from the heavier, more aggressive brushwork of his contemporaries in the New York School. The lack of a fixed horizon or geometric anchor forces the viewer to engage with the painting as a field of energy rather than a representational image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis interest in the philosophy of space and light informs the way these shapes interact. The circular and amorphous forms are not static, but seem to drift across the white surface, creating a rhythm that is both spontaneous and controlled. By leaving large sections of the canvas unpainted, Francis allows the negative space to function as an active element within the work. This approach creates a dialogue between the presence of the pigment and the absence of it, resulting in a visual experience that is immediate and direct. The work remains an example of his ability to balance chaotic energy with a refined sense of composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/lepanto-panel-8-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLepanto, panel 8 - Cy Twombly — Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875788525903,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875793604943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58875793637711,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Composition_Poster_CompositorV1_1790275150922.jpg?v=1790275833"},{"product_id":"untitled-sf-90-342-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SF 90-342) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA late-period abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring a dynamic arrangement of splatters and washes in a bright, atmospheric palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis produced this work in 1990, during the final years of his career. The composition demonstrates his characteristic approach to the canvas, where the interaction between empty space and concentrated colour fields defines the visual experience. Francis often allowed the white ground of the support to function as an active element rather than a passive background, creating a sense of openness that balances the density of his paint application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work features a series of splatters, drips, and washes that suggest a spontaneous energy. While the application appears fluid, the placement of these marks reveals a deliberate control over the medium. The palette includes soft pinks, bright yellows, and deep blues, which interact across the surface to create a sense of movement. Francis was known for his interest in light and colour, themes he explored throughout his time living in Paris, Tokyo, and California. His work often draws comparisons to the later watercolours of J.M.W. Turner or the atmospheric qualities found in Monet, though his execution remains firmly rooted in the mid-twentieth-century American tradition of gestural abstraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this specific piece, the artist employs a variety of techniques, from thin, translucent washes to thicker, more opaque droplets. The lack of a central subject forces the viewer to engage with the surface as a whole, observing the way individual marks relate to one another across the expanse of the canvas. This approach invites a direct, unmediated response to the physical properties of the paint and the spatial relationships established by the artist. 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This work demonstrates his characteristic approach to the canvas, where the interaction between empty space and concentrated colour creates a sense of movement. Francis often allowed the white of the paper to function as an active element rather than a passive background, a technique he refined through his interest in Japanese aesthetics and the philosophy of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured around a peripheral arrangement of marks. Splatters, drips, and washes of primary colours occupy the edges of the frame, leaving the centre largely unoccupied. This creates a tension between the density of the pigment and the void at the heart of the image. The application of paint varies from thin, translucent washes to thick, gestural deposits, reflecting the physical process of the artist at work. By focusing the visual energy on the perimeter, Francis directs the viewer to consider the relationship between the painted surface and the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, and his work reflects a synthesis of Western gestural painting and Eastern calligraphic traditions. His use of colour is deliberate, with each hue maintaining its own clarity despite the chaotic appearance of the splatters. The lithographic process allows for a layering of these colours, resulting in a depth that is both physical and optical. This print captures the energy of his larger paintings while maintaining the precision required by the medium. It is a study in balance, where the apparent disorder of the paint application is contained within a rigorous structural framework. The work invites the viewer to observe the individual marks and the overall rhythm of the composition without the distraction of representational subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/number-14-jackson-pollock\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNumber 14 by Jackson Pollock\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/buttress-franz-kline\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eButtress by Franz Kline\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877078798671,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877080338767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58877080371535,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Green-Ring_Poster_CompositorV1_1790299980117.jpg?v=1790301292"},{"product_id":"why-then-opened-ii-sam-francis","title":"Why Then Opened II - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1962 abstract oil painting by Sam Francis, featuring fluid, organic forms in blue, yellow, and red against a vast, open white background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, produced Why Then Opened II in 1962. This work exemplifies his mature style, characterised by the use of large, open white spaces punctuated by clusters of fluid, organic forms. Francis often allowed paint to drip and pool, creating a sense of movement and spontaneity that contrasts with the expansive, unpainted areas of the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, the artist employs a palette dominated by deep blues, interspersed with accents of yellow, red, and green. The forms appear to float or drift across the surface, suggesting a weightless, atmospheric quality. Francis spent significant periods in Paris and Tokyo, and his work frequently reflects an interest in the interplay between light and colour, as well as the spatial concepts found in Eastern aesthetics. Unlike the dense, all-over compositions of some of his contemporaries, Francis maintained a focus on the void, using the white ground as an active participant in the visual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application of paint varies from thin, translucent washes to thicker, more saturated zones. The drips and splatters are not merely accidental, but are integrated into the overall structure of the piece, providing a sense of temporal progression. By isolating these colourful clusters, Francis directs the viewer's eye across the canvas, encouraging a contemplative engagement with the negative space. This approach creates a balance between the chaotic energy of the paint application and the calm, expansive nature of the background. 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Francis is associated with the second generation of American Abstract Expressionists, though his practice diverged from the gestural intensity of his contemporaries. He spent significant time in Paris and Japan, and these experiences informed his approach to negative space and the physical properties of paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by a stark contrast between the white ground and the application of primary colours. A large, irregular mass of yellow occupies the upper-right quadrant, acting as a gravitational centre for the surrounding forms. Deep blue washes and black drips create a sense of movement across the surface. Francis often allowed paint to run or pool, embracing the fluid nature of the medium. The white areas are not merely empty space; they function as active components of the composition, providing a sense of light and openness that is characteristic of his later works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis developed a unique visual language that balanced spontaneity with deliberate placement. His technique involved layering thin, translucent washes with thicker, opaque applications of pigment. This creates a sense of depth despite the two-dimensional nature of the canvas. The work avoids the dense, all-over composition seen in earlier abstract works, opting instead for a more open, airy arrangement. By focusing on the interaction of colour and void, Francis invites the viewer to engage with the physical presence of the paint itself. This piece reflects his interest in the relationship between light and colour, a theme that remained consistent throughout his career. The lack of a traditional subject allows the viewer to focus entirely on the formal qualities of the work, such as the tension between the saturated yellow form and the darker, more linear elements that anchor the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynamic-universe-xxiv-romul-nutiu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDynamic Universe XXIV - Romul Nutiu — Romul Nutiu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878558044495,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878589534543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878589567311,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-135-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790333285174.jpg?v=1790333703"},{"product_id":"spleen-yellow-sam-francis","title":"Spleen (Yellow) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring fluid, solar-toned pigments concentrated at the edges to create a luminous central void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, a central figure in the development of post-war American abstraction, produced Spleen (Yellow) during a period of significant international travel and stylistic development. His work often explores the relationship between colour, light, and the physical surface of the canvas. In this piece, the artist employs his characteristic technique of layering fluid, thinned pigments to create a sense of atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by the deliberate use of negative space. Rather than filling the entire surface, Francis concentrates his application of yellow and orange hues along the edges of the canvas. This arrangement draws the viewer towards the central void, which acts as a source of luminosity. The paint application varies from dense, saturated pools to delicate, translucent drips and splatters. These marks record the physical gestures of the artist, revealing the speed and direction of his brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent considerable time in Paris and Tokyo, and his aesthetic reflects an interest in both the spontaneity of action painting and the spatial concepts found in Japanese ink wash traditions. The interaction between the white ground and the warm, solar tones creates a tension between presence and absence. By allowing the raw canvas to remain visible, he integrates the support into the overall visual experience. This approach avoids the density found in the works of his contemporaries, opting instead for a lighter, more expansive quality. The result is a study in chromatic energy, where the boundaries of the form appear to dissolve into the surrounding space. This print captures the nuances of his original application, preserving the subtle variations in opacity and the rhythmic quality of the paint drips that define his mature style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynamic-universe-xxiv-romul-nutiu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDynamic Universe XXIV - Romul Nutiu — Romul Nutiu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878562042191,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878592024911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878592057679,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Spleen-Yellow-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790333273241.jpg?v=1790333838"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp94-39-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP94-39) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring energetic red gestures and fluid blue accents on a white ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Sam Francis, catalogued as SFP94-39, represents the final period of the artist's career. Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, developed a unique visual language that balanced the spontaneity of action painting with a controlled, luminous use of space. Unlike the dense, all-over compositions of his contemporaries, his work often allows the white ground of the canvas to function as an active element, creating a sense of openness and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this specific piece, the composition is dominated by aggressive, gestural applications of red pigment. The paint is applied with varying degrees of viscosity, resulting in a surface that alternates between opaque, saturated blocks of colour and thin, translucent drips. These marks suggest a rapid, physical engagement with the medium. While the red forms occupy the majority of the visual field, they are punctuated by sharp, linear accents of blue and darker tones. These secondary colours provide a rhythmic counterpoint to the primary mass, guiding the eye across the surface through a series of splatters and fluid trails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris and Japan, and his work reflects a synthesis of Western gestural abstraction and Eastern calligraphic traditions. The focus here is on the physical properties of the paint itself: its fluidity, its capacity to stain the canvas, and the energy inherent in its application. The work avoids representational imagery, instead inviting the viewer to engage directly with the interplay of colour and movement. By maintaining a tension between the chaotic distribution of paint and the deliberate placement of marks, Francis creates a dynamic surface that remains balanced despite its apparent turbulence. This print captures the texture and chromatic intensity of the original, offering a clear view of the artist's late-career approach to abstraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynamic-universe-xxiv-romul-nutiu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDynamic Universe XXIV - Romul Nutiu — Romul Nutiu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878562074959,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878593368399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878593401167,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-39-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790333475459.jpg?v=1790333839"},{"product_id":"untitled-sketch-sf66-048-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (Sketch, SF66-048) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring bold, fluid bands of colour framing a stark white central void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Sam Francis, catalogued as SF66-048, represents the artist's engagement with the physical properties of paint and the spatial potential of the paper surface. Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, often utilised the white of the support as an active element rather than a passive background. In this composition, the central void is framed by bold, directional bands of colour that suggest movement and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application of paint demonstrates the artist's interest in fluidity and transparency. By allowing pigments to bleed and pool at the edges, Francis creates a sense of depth that contrasts with the stark, unpainted centre. The palette includes high-chroma greens, blues, and reds, which are applied with a focus on the gestural quality of the medium. This approach reflects his interest in the intersection of Western abstraction and the calligraphic traditions he encountered during his time in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often worked in series, exploring variations in colour density and edge definition. This specific sketch provides insight into his process of balancing controlled application with the unpredictable nature of liquid media. The composition avoids central focus, instead pushing the visual weight toward the perimeter, which draws the viewer's eye around the frame. The work is characteristic of his mid-career output, where he moved away from the all-over drip techniques of his contemporaries toward more structured, yet still spontaneous, arrangements of colour. The result is a study in negative space, where the interaction between the painted borders and the empty centre defines the visual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynamic-universe-xxiv-romul-nutiu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDynamic Universe XXIV - Romul Nutiu — Romul Nutiu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878574362959,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878595236175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58878595268943,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Sketch-SF66-048-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790333461787.jpg?v=1790333942"},{"product_id":"2-pri-rain-sam-francis","title":"#2 Pri-Rain - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1957 abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring his signature use of negative space, primary colours, and fluid, gestural mark-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, produced #2 Pri-Rain in 1957. This work displays the artist's characteristic approach to the canvas, where large areas of negative space are balanced by clusters of colour. Francis spent significant time in Paris and Japan, and these experiences informed his unique synthesis of Western gestural painting and Eastern concepts of emptiness or 'ma'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a central void, a hallmark of his mid-century output. Around the edges, the artist employs a variety of techniques, including drips, splatters, and broad, sweeping brushstrokes. The palette consists of primary colours, such as yellow, blue, and red, alongside deeper tones that anchor the corners of the frame. The paint application varies from thin, translucent washes to thicker, more opaque marks, creating a sense of movement across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the dense, all-over compositions of some of his contemporaries, Francis allows the white ground of the canvas to function as an active element. The arrangement of marks suggests a peripheral focus, drawing the eye toward the centre while simultaneously pushing it back out toward the edges. This specific work reflects his interest in light and atmospheric effects, which he explored throughout his career. The interaction between the controlled drips and the more expansive, fluid shapes demonstrates his technical precision. This print captures the texture and luminosity of the original oil painting, providing a clear view of the artist's mark-making process and his command of colour relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hero-and-leander-to-christopher-marlowe-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHero and Leander (To Christopher Marlowe) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ocean-greyness-jackson-pollock\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eOcean Greyness by Jackson Pollock\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887605518671,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887617511759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887617544527,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/2-Pri-Rain_Poster_CompositorV1_1790359353126.jpg?v=1790359809"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp85-3-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP85-3) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring energetic splashes of primary colours on a white background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, produced this work in 1985. The composition is defined by the artist's characteristic use of open space and energetic, gestural marks. Francis often explored the relationship between colour and light, a preoccupation that developed during his time living in Paris and Japan. His technique involves the application of paint through drips, splatters, and washes, creating a sense of movement across the surface of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this specific piece, the circular format focuses the viewer's attention on the interaction of primary colours against a stark white background. The application of paint appears spontaneous, yet it follows a deliberate arrangement that balances the weight of the black, red, yellow, and blue forms. The negative space is not merely a background; it functions as an active element that allows the painted marks to breathe and expand. Francis often utilised these techniques to evoke atmospheric qualities, moving away from the dense, all-over compositions typical of earlier abstract painters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the artist's later period, where his control over fluid media reached a high level of precision. The drips and splashes are contained within the circular boundary, creating a self-contained universe of colour. By avoiding traditional representational forms, Francis invites the viewer to engage directly with the physical properties of the paint and the rhythm of the brushwork. The result is a visual experience that relies on the immediate impact of hue and gesture, characteristic of his mature style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynamic-universe-xxiv-romul-nutiu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDynamic Universe XXIV - Romul Nutiu — Romul Nutiu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887612596559,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887706411343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887706444111,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP85-3-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790359386532.jpg?v=1790359946"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfe-020-lembark-i53-sam-francis","title":"Untitled SFE 020 (Lembark I53) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1985 lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring gestural marks and saturated colour blocks arranged in vertical bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntitled SFE 020 (Lembark I53) is a lithograph by Sam Francis, an artist associated with the second generation of American Abstract Expressionists. Produced in 1985, this work demonstrates the artist's preoccupation with the interplay of colour, light, and negative space. Francis often utilised the white of the paper as an active element rather than a passive background, allowing his gestural marks to float across the surface with a sense of weightlessness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is organised into vertical bands, a structural choice that echoes the artist's interest in the relationship between the edges of the frame and the internal movement of the forms. Within these columns, Francis employs a variety of marks, ranging from controlled, saturated colour blocks to thin, splattered lines that suggest spontaneity. The palette includes primary tones alongside deep purples and teals, creating a visual rhythm that draws the eye across the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris and Japan, and his work reflects a synthesis of Western gestural painting and Eastern calligraphic traditions. His printmaking practice was rigorous, often involving multiple plates to achieve the desired transparency and layering of ink. This specific piece, documented in the Lembark catalogue raisonné as I53, captures the energy of his later graphic output. The marks appear to hover, creating a sense of depth despite the two-dimensional nature of the medium. The balance between the dense clusters of pigment and the open, unprinted areas provides a clear example of his mature style, where the physical act of painting is translated into the precise medium of lithography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/canto-ii-barnett-newman\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCanto II - Barnett Newman — Barnett Newman\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/earliness-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEarliness - Helen Frankenthaler — Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887622558031,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887710998863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887711031631,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFE-020-Lembark-I53-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790359404135.jpg?v=1790360135"},{"product_id":"coral-marine-sam-francis","title":"Coral Marine - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring a dense central cluster of blue and purple pigments surrounded by a spray of light-filled colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoral Marine captures the characteristic energy of Sam Francis, an artist known for his exploration of light and colour through gestural abstraction. During the mid-twentieth century, Francis developed a unique visual language that bridged the gap between American Abstract Expressionism and the spatial sensibilities of Japanese art. This work displays his signature approach to paint application, where layers of pigment are splattered, dripped, and pooled across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by a dense, central cluster of deep blues and purples, which appear to coalesce from the surrounding chaos of lighter hues. Yellows, pinks, and teals populate the periphery, creating a sense of expansion that pushes outward from the centre. Francis often utilised the white of the canvas as an active participant in his work, allowing the negative space to breathe between the concentrated areas of colour. His technique involves a physical engagement with the medium, resulting in a surface that records the speed and direction of his movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the rigid structures of geometric abstraction, this piece relies on the fluid nature of acrylic paint. The interaction between the saturated dark tones and the lighter, more dispersed droplets creates a rhythmic quality. The title suggests an organic connection to aquatic environments, yet the work remains non-representational. It invites the viewer to observe the interplay of light and shadow, as well as the physical properties of the paint itself. Francis spent significant time in Paris, Tokyo, and California, and these diverse environments informed his approach to colour theory and spatial composition. This print reproduces the textures and tonal variations of the original, maintaining the spontaneity of the artist's process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynamic-universe-xxiv-romul-nutiu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDynamic Universe XXIV - Romul Nutiu — Romul Nutiu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887660798287,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887714308431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887714341199,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Coral-Marine_Poster_CompositorV1_1790359368741.jpg?v=1790360281"},{"product_id":"untitled-sf64-062-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SF64-062) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1964 abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring gestural arcs of primary colours against a vast expanse of negative space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, produced this work in 1964. The composition is defined by its use of negative space, a characteristic feature of his practice during this period. Rather than filling the entire surface, Francis concentrates his application of colour in the upper right quadrant, allowing the raw paper to function as an active element of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual arrangement consists of fluid, gestural arcs of primary colours, including blue, red, and yellow. These forms appear to drip and bleed into one another, suggesting a controlled spontaneity. The artist employs a technique where pigment is applied with varying degrees of saturation, creating a sense of movement across the surface. Smaller, scattered droplets of paint extend from the primary cluster, providing a sense of balance to the otherwise empty field. This approach reflects his interest in the physical properties of paint and the interaction between liquid media and absorbent paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, and his work often synthesises Western gestural abstraction with Eastern concepts of space. The void in this piece is not merely an absence, but a deliberate choice to frame the chromatic activity. By restricting the colour to a specific corner, he draws the eye to the tension between the concentrated pigment and the expansive, unadorned paper. This work demonstrates his focus on light and colour as primary subjects, stripped of representational form. The resulting image is a study in economy and rhythm, where the placement of each mark is calculated to maintain the equilibrium of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dynamic-universe-xxiv-romul-nutiu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDynamic Universe XXIV - Romul Nutiu — Romul Nutiu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887703494991,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887718699343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58887718732111,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SF64-062-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790359338820.jpg?v=1790360422"},{"product_id":"untitled-from-pasadena-box-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (from Pasadena Box) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic lithograph from the 1966 Pasadena Box series by Sam Francis, featuring fluid, organic forms and a saturated colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph belongs to the Pasadena Box, a collection of prints produced by Sam Francis in 1966. Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, spent significant periods in Paris, Tokyo, and California. His work often reflects a synthesis of these diverse cultural influences, particularly the spatial concepts found in Japanese calligraphy and the gestural freedom of American action painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a series of organic, amoebic forms that float across the paper surface. These shapes are defined by fluid, saturated colour fields, primarily in shades of blue, orange, and green. The artist employs a technique of layering and dripping, which creates a sense of movement and spontaneity. Unlike the dense, all-over compositions of some of his contemporaries, this work maintains a degree of openness, allowing the white ground of the paper to function as an active element within the visual field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis was known for his interest in the physical properties of paint and ink. In his printmaking, he sought to replicate the luminosity and transparency he achieved in his canvases. The Pasadena Box series demonstrates his technical proficiency in lithography, using the medium to explore the interaction between colour and light. The forms appear to hover, suggesting a weightless quality that is characteristic of his mature style. By focusing on the interplay of shape and hue, the artist invites the viewer to engage with the work on a purely sensory level, free from representational constraints. This print captures the energy and experimental spirit of mid-century American abstraction, providing a clear example of Francis's approach to colour and space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reflections-iv-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReflections IV by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zone-philip-guston\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eZone by Philip Guston\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Sam Francis →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893099106639,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893140230479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893140263247,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-from-Pasadena-Box-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790370517644.jpg?v=1790440559"},{"product_id":"untitled-s-f-e-363-sam-francis-1","title":"Untitled (S.F.E. 363) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA circular lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring a dynamic arrangement of primary colours, splatters, and gestural forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work, catalogued as S.F.E. 363, represents the later period of Sam Francis, an artist known for his exploration of light and colour through gestural abstraction. Francis spent significant time in Paris, Tokyo, and California, and his work often reflects a synthesis of Western abstract expressionist energy and Eastern spatial awareness. The composition is contained within a circular format, a choice that forces the viewer to focus on the internal dynamics of the marks rather than the edges of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface is a field of activity, characterised by splatters, drips, and broad, sweeping strokes of primary colours. Yellow dominates the background, providing a luminous base that allows the red, blue, and green elements to appear suspended in space. The application of paint varies from thin, translucent washes to thick, opaque deposits, creating a sense of physical depth. Francis often utilised the white of the paper or the negative space as an active participant in the composition, and here, the density of the marks creates a tension between the chaotic splatter and the deliberate, curved forms that anchor the visual field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, this lithograph demonstrates the artist's mastery of printmaking. The layering of colours requires precise registration, yet the final result retains the spontaneity of a direct painting. The circular boundary acts as a lens, concentrating the visual energy and preventing the eye from wandering off the page. This piece is a clear example of how Francis manipulated the medium to achieve a balance between controlled structure and fluid, organic movement. It is a study in the interaction of light, colour, and form, presented without the need for representational subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/thanksgiving-day-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThanksgiving Day - Helen Frankenthaler — Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/canto-ii-barnett-newman\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCanto II - Barnett Newman — Barnett Newman\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893166084431,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893236076879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893236109647,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-S.F.E_Poster_CompositorV1_1790370500871.jpg?v=1790441293"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp94-77-sam-francis-1","title":"Untitled (SFP94-77) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA late-career abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring a dense, energetic composition of dark blue, black, red, and ochre acrylic paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work, identified as SFP94-77, belongs to the final period of Sam Francis's career. During the early 1990s, Francis returned to a more aggressive, gestural application of paint, moving away from the expansive white fields that defined his earlier output. The composition is dominated by a dense web of dark blue and black pigments, which are punctuated by sharp, energetic streaks of red and ochre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application of paint demonstrates the artist's interest in the physical properties of the medium. Francis often manipulated the viscosity of his acrylics, allowing them to drip, pool, and splatter across the surface. This technique creates a sense of movement that is both chaotic and controlled. The white ground of the canvas remains visible in specific areas, acting as a structural element that prevents the darker colours from overwhelming the visual field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Japan, and his work frequently reflects an engagement with Eastern aesthetics, particularly the concept of 'ma', or the space between objects. In this piece, the interplay between the saturated colour clusters and the negative space creates a rhythmic tension. The work avoids traditional representational forms, instead focusing on the immediate experience of colour and gesture. As one of his later works, it captures the urgency and physical intensity that characterised his final years in California. The layering of paint suggests a process of accumulation, where each mark responds to the one preceding it, resulting in a complex surface that invites close observation of the artist's hand and the material behaviour of the paint itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/camino-real-iv-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCamino Real (IV) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reflections-v-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReflections V by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Sam Francis →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893320749391,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893418201423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893418234191,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-77-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790370517602.jpg?v=1790442865"},{"product_id":"silvio-set-one-sam-francis","title":"Silvio Set One - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1960 lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring his signature gestural forms and use of negative space in a balanced abstract composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilvio Set One is a lithograph by the American artist Sam Francis, produced in 1960. Francis is known for his exploration of light and colour through gestural abstraction. This work demonstrates his characteristic approach to the canvas, where large, unpainted areas of white space interact with concentrated clusters of pigment. The composition is defined by organic, amoebic forms that appear to float across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis utilised a technique that allows paint to drip and pool, creating a sense of movement and spontaneity. The blue forms dominate the visual field, while smaller accents of yellow, red, and green provide contrast. These elements are not static, as the drips and splatters suggest a process of creation that remains visible in the final print. The work reflects the artist's interest in the physical properties of paint and the spatial relationships between colour and void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this period, Francis spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, influences that are often observed in his work through the balance of Western gestural painting and Eastern concepts of negative space. The Silvio series captures this synthesis, offering a visual experience that relies on the interaction of form and emptiness. The print retains the energy of his larger paintings, translating his fluid application of medium into a graphic format. It is an example of his mid-career style, where he moved away from all-over compositions toward more focused, clustered arrangements of colour. The white background acts as an active participant in the composition, rather than a passive surface, providing the necessary tension for the floating forms to occupy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/soho-dreams-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSoho Dreams - Helen Frankenthaler — Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/small-worlds-iii-wassily-kandinsky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSmall Worlds III - Wassily Kandinsky — Wassily Kandinsky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893335789903,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893418692943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893418725711,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Silvio-Set-One_Poster_CompositorV1_1790370617339.jpg?v=1790443052"},{"product_id":"untitled-sf57-008-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SF57-008) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring fluid washes of colour and light-filled space, characteristic of his 1950s work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Sam Francis, catalogued as SF57-008, represents the artist's engagement with light and space during the mid-1950s. Francis, who spent significant time in Paris and Japan, developed a unique approach to abstraction that departed from the heavy impasto of his American contemporaries. Instead, he utilised thin, fluid applications of paint that allowed the white ground of the canvas to remain visible, creating a sense of luminosity and atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is characterised by a dispersal of colour across the surface. Splatters, drips, and washes of blue, red, and yellow interact with one another, suggesting a state of constant motion. Rather than relying on a central focal point, Francis distributes visual weight evenly, encouraging the eye to traverse the entire field. The yellow forms at the upper edge provide a warm contrast to the cooler blue and violet tones that dominate the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often spoke of his desire to paint the sensation of light itself. In this piece, the interaction between the liquid paint and the raw canvas surface creates a translucent effect. The drips are not merely accidental marks but are controlled elements that define the verticality of the work. This approach reflects his interest in both the spontaneity of action painting and the disciplined spatial arrangements found in Eastern ink wash traditions. The result is a composition that feels open and expansive, avoiding the claustrophobic density often associated with the period. By maintaining a balance between controlled gesture and the inherent fluidity of the medium, Francis achieves a clarity that remains distinct within the broader context of post-war abstraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/harbinger-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHarbinger - Helen Frankenthaler — Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-orange-tan-and-purple-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRed, Orange, Tan and Purple - Mark Rothko — Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893503299919,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893547372879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893547405647,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SF57-008-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790370499358.jpg?v=1790444953"},{"product_id":"big-orange-sam-francis","title":"Big Orange - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1954 abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring a dense, cellular arrangement of orange pigment against a white and dark ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig Orange, painted in 1954, represents a period when Sam Francis resided in Paris. During these years, his work moved away from the gestural brushwork common among his American contemporaries. Instead, he developed a method of layering thin, translucent washes of colour. This approach allowed light to permeate the surface of the canvas, creating a sense of atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by a central, dense cluster of orange forms. These shapes resemble cellular structures or fragmented tiles, separated by thin, white lines of unpainted canvas. The edges of this central mass bleed into the surrounding space, where darker, muted tones provide a stark contrast. The application of paint is fluid, with drips and runs visible at the boundaries of the orange field, documenting the physical process of the paint as it was applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often spoke of his interest in the quality of light, a preoccupation that links his work to the tradition of Monet. In this piece, the orange pigment does not function as a solid block. Rather, it acts as a filter for the white ground beneath it. The result is a surface that appears to shift and vibrate, depending on the viewer's distance from the work. The lack of a traditional horizon line or perspective forces the eye to focus on the materiality of the paint and the interaction between the chosen hues. This work is a clear example of the artist's ability to balance controlled structure with the inherent unpredictability of liquid media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zone-philip-guston\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eZone by Philip Guston\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/camino-real-iv-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCamino Real (IV) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sam-francis\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSam Francis prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58893875741007,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58894121894223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58894121926991,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Big-Orange_Poster_CompositorV1_1790373385800.jpg?v=1790446962"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp94-121-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP94-121) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA late-period abstract work by Sam Francis, featuring a central saturated blue void surrounded by fluid indigo washes and sharp black accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Sam Francis represents the artist's late-period exploration of space, light, and the physical properties of paint. Francis, a central figure in the development of post-war American abstraction, spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, influences that manifest in his approach to the canvas. Unlike the dense, all-over compositions of his earlier career, this piece employs a more open structure, allowing the white ground of the canvas to function as an active element rather than a passive backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by a central, saturated blue void, which appears to float against the surrounding darker, fluid washes of indigo and deep teal. Francis utilised the fluidity of acrylic paint to create organic, bleeding edges where colours meet, suggesting a sense of suspension or weightlessness. The application of paint varies from thin, translucent layers to more opaque, gestural marks, demonstrating his control over the medium's viscosity. Black linear elements punctuate the periphery, providing a sharp contrast to the soft, atmospheric quality of the blue centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis often spoke of his interest in the concept of the 'void' and the way light interacts with colour. In this work, the interplay between the central blue mass and the surrounding dark pigments creates a sense of depth that is not reliant on traditional perspective. The viewer is invited to observe the physical interaction of the pigments, which retain the energy of their application. This print captures the nuances of the original surface, from the subtle variations in the blue tones to the crispness of the black accents. It is an example of the artist's ability to balance spontaneity with a rigorous sense of formal arrangement, characteristic of his final years of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reflections-iv-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReflections IV by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hero-and-leander-to-christopher-marlowe-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHero and Leander (To Christopher Marlowe) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59131048329551,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59131055767887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59131055800655,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59131055833423,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59131055866191,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59131055898959,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59131055931727,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59131055964495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59131055997263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59131056030031,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59131056062799,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59131056095567,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-121-_Poster_CompositorV1_1792114068852.jpg?v=1792134184"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp94-105-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP94-105) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring bold primary colours and fluid, gestural forms against a stark white background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the later generation of Abstract Expressionism, produced this work during the final period of his career. His practice is defined by a preoccupation with light, space, and the physical properties of paint. This composition demonstrates his characteristic approach to colour and negative space, where the white of the paper functions as an active element rather than a passive background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work features a central, saturated blue mass that anchors the composition. Against this, Francis introduces primary yellow and red forms, which appear to float or drift across the surface. The application of paint varies from dense, opaque areas to thin, translucent washes, suggesting the fluidity of the medium. The drips and splatters indicate the speed and spontaneity of his process, a hallmark of his later works where he moved away from the all-over compositions of his earlier years toward more concentrated, gestural arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris and Japan, and these experiences informed his aesthetic. The influence of Japanese calligraphy and the concept of 'ma' (the space between things) is evident in the way he balances the painted forms against the unpainted paper. The work avoids traditional perspective, instead creating a sense of depth through the layering of pigments and the interaction of colour. By focusing on the materiality of the paint and the openness of the field, Francis invites the viewer to engage with the work as a direct experience of colour and form. This print captures the immediacy of his original acrylic application, preserving the subtle variations in tone and the crisp edges of the colour fields that define his late-career output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hero-and-leander-to-christopher-marlowe-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHero and Leander (To Christopher Marlowe) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/solar-imp-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSolar Imp by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59131048689999,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59131060158799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59131060191567,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59131060224335,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59131060257103,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59131060289871,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59131060322639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59131060355407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59131060388175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59131060420943,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59131060453711,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59131060486479,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-105-_Poster_CompositorV1_1792114102441.jpg?v=1792134236"},{"product_id":"angel-trails-sam-francis","title":"Angel Trails - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring saturated colour clusters surrounding a central white void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, developed a distinct visual language defined by the interplay of light, colour, and negative space. Angel Trails is a representative example of his mature style, where the canvas is treated as a field of energy rather than a surface for representation. The composition is organised around a central void, a stark white expanse that anchors the surrounding activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround this central emptiness, Francis applies pigments with varying degrees of viscosity. The edges of the canvas are occupied by clusters of saturated colour, including deep blues, blacks, and bright accents of yellow and red. These forms appear to drift or bleed into the white ground, a technique facilitated by his use of acrylics and his interest in the physical properties of paint. The application ranges from dense, opaque blocks to thin, translucent washes that suggest movement and atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris, Tokyo, and California, and his work reflects a synthesis of Western gestural abstraction and Eastern concepts of space. The white area in Angel Trails is not merely a background; it functions as an active element, creating a sense of openness and suspension. The drips and splatters at the periphery provide a sense of spontaneity, yet the overall arrangement remains controlled. By focusing on the relationship between the painted edges and the unpainted centre, Francis invites the viewer to consider the canvas as a site of optical experience. This print captures the luminosity and textural variation of the original work, maintaining the balance between the chaotic energy of the pigment and the stillness of the white space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reflections-iv-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReflections IV by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-dark-grey-painting-mark-rothko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (Dark Grey Painting) by Mark Rothko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132185772367,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132197273935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132197306703,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132197339471,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132197372239,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132197405007,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132197437775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132197470543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132197503311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132197536079,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132197568847,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132197601615,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Angel-Trails_Poster_CompositorV1_1792119036869.jpg?v=1792143679"},{"product_id":"chinese-wall-sam-francis","title":"Chinese Wall - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1960 lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring expansive white space punctuated by gestural red and blue-green ink marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese Wall is a lithograph by Sam Francis, an artist associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism. Produced in 1960, this work reflects the artist's interest in the spatial qualities of the white page. Francis often left large areas of the paper surface untouched, allowing the negative space to function as an active element within the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print features a stark, expansive white centre framed by gestural marks. Along the upper edge, a band of red pigment appears to bleed into the paper, suggesting a sense of fluidity and movement. To the right, a vertical stroke of blue-green provides a sharp contrast, while smaller droplets and splatters of paint are scattered near the edges. These marks demonstrate the artist's technique of layering colour to create a sense of depth without relying on traditional perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent significant time in Paris and Tokyo, and his work often synthesises Western gestural painting with Eastern aesthetic principles regarding emptiness and balance. In this piece, the interaction between the saturated colour and the void of the paper creates a tension that defines the visual experience. The lithographic process allows for the subtle textures of the ink to remain visible, capturing the spontaneity of the original application. This print is a clear example of the artist's mature style, where the economy of means is used to achieve a specific atmospheric effect. The composition avoids centralisation, instead pushing the visual interest toward the periphery, which invites the viewer to consider the relationship between the marks and the surrounding space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-territory-joan-mitchell\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlue Territory by Joan Mitchell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/camino-real-iv-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCamino Real (IV) by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132186460495,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132199731535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132199764303,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132199797071,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132199829839,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132199862607,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132199895375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132199928143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132199960911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132199993679,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132200026447,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132200059215,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Chinese-Wall_Poster_CompositorV1_1792119050754.jpg?v=1792143709"},{"product_id":"deux-magots-sam-francis","title":"Deux Magots - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking lithograph by Sam Francis, featuring two bold blue forms suspended in a vast white field, characteristic of his abstract style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSam Francis, an American painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, produced this lithograph during a period of significant international travel. His work often explores the relationship between colour and the physical space of the paper. In this composition, two distinct blue forms occupy the central field, surrounded by a generous expanse of white negative space. The application of ink suggests a fluid, spontaneous process, where drips and splatters remain visible, documenting the physical action of the printmaking medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancis spent considerable time in Paris and Tokyo, and his aesthetic reflects a synthesis of Western gestural abstraction and Eastern concepts of emptiness. The title, Deux Magots, references the famous Parisian café, yet the image itself avoids direct representation. Instead, it focuses on the interaction of the two blue shapes, which appear to float or suspend within the frame. The contrast between the saturated blue pigment and the stark white background creates a sense of tension and balance. This print demonstrates his interest in the materiality of paint and the way light interacts with colour. By stripping away figurative elements, Francis invites the viewer to engage directly with the visual weight and movement of the forms. The work is a clear example of his mature style, where the economy of marks and the deliberate use of space define the visual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blueberry-eyes-franz-kline\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlueberry Eyes by Franz Kline\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reflections-iv-helen-frankenthaler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReflections IV by Helen Frankenthaler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132188623183,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132201140559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132201173327,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132201206095,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132201238863,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132201271631,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132201304399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132201337167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132201369935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132201402703,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132201435471,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132201468239,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Deux-Magots_Poster_CompositorV1_1792119053251.jpg?v=1792143723"},{"product_id":"untitled-sfp94-3-sam-francis","title":"Untitled (SFP94-3) - Sam Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic abstract composition by Sam Francis, featuring a dense interplay of deep blues, purples, and energetic splashes of colour against a white ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Sam Francis, created in 1994, represents the final phase of his career. Francis, a painter associated with the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, developed a unique visual language that balanced the spontaneity of action painting with a distinct sense of spatial clarity. His practice often involved the application of paint through dripping, pouring, and splashing, techniques that allowed the medium to dictate the final form on the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, the viewer encounters a dense accumulation of colour. Deep blues, purples, and blacks dominate the central area, creating a sense of gravity and weight. These darker tones are punctuated by flashes of orange and lighter blue, which provide contrast and movement across the surface. The white of the canvas remains visible in several areas, acting as a structural element rather than mere background. This interaction between the painted marks and the negative space is a hallmark of Francis's approach to composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more chaotic works of his contemporaries, Francis maintained a degree of control over his materials. The drips and splatters appear deliberate, forming a web of activity that draws the eye across the entire frame. The application of paint varies in density, with some areas appearing thin and translucent, while others are built up with thicker layers. This variation in texture adds a physical dimension to the work, inviting close observation of the surface. The piece reflects the artist's interest in light and colour, themes that occupied him throughout his life. By focusing on the physical properties of paint, Francis created a work that communicates through gesture and hue, avoiding representational imagery in favour of pure visual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-territory-joan-mitchell\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlue Territory by Joan Mitchell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quarzeat-cy-twombly\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eQuarzeat by Cy Twombly\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sam Francis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132188754255,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132204679503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59132204712271,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132204745039,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132204777807,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132204810575,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132204843343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132204876111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132204908879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59132204941647,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59132204974415,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59132205007183,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-SFP94-3-_Poster_CompositorV1_1792119061193.jpg?v=1792143740"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/sam-francis.oembed?page=2","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}