Sam Francis - Portrait de T. (ca. 1986)

Portrait de T., ca. 1986

Artist: Sam Francis (1923 San Mateo, CA – 1994 Santa Monica, CA)
Medium: Colour offset on Arches (watermark)
Image Size: 78 × 57 cm
Sheet Size: 90 × 61 cm
Edition: 85/150
Markings: Signed and numbered by the artist. With typographic text imprint: Sam Francis and “Portrait de T. 1958/1959.”

Provenance:
Produced for the exhibition Portrait de T., Idemitsu Museum, Tokyo, 1986–1987.

Exhibition History:
Produced as a poster for the exhibition at Idemitsu Museum, Tokyo, November 29, 1986 – January 18, 1987, Louisiana.

Description : Sam Francis’s Portrait de T. (ca. 1986) is a colour offset print on Arches paper, created in a limited edition of 150. Combining vibrant hues with Francis’s characteristic gestural abstraction, the composition exemplifies the artist’s exploration of light and colour as independent forces.

This edition, signed and numbered by Francis, was published in conjunction with the exhibition at the Idemitsu Museum in Tokyo and the Louisiana Museum, making it both an artwork and a historic exhibition document. Its typographic imprint anchors it within the artist’s prolific late career, where his international reputation was firmly established.

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FAQ 

Is this Sam Francis artwork an original edition?

Yes, Portrait de T. (ca. 1986) is an authentic color offset print by Sam Francis, created in a limited edition of 150 prints.

What medium was used for this artwork?

The piece is a color offset print on Arches paper, a high-quality paper known for its durability and texture, providing excellent contrast and color vibrancy.

Is this artwork part of a limited edition?

Yes, the edition is limited to 150 prints, making it a rare and collectible piece from Francis's late career.

Does the artwork come with documentation?

Yes, each print is signed and numbered by Sam Francis, and a certificate of authenticity (COA) is available upon request.

What is the provenance of the artwork?

The print was produced for the Portrait de T. exhibition at the Idemitsu Museum in Tokyo in 1986, marking it as an important historic exhibition work.

Is worldwide shipping available?

Yes, the artwork is shipped from France with professional packaging, full insurance, and tracking included for secure delivery.