Sam Francis

Galerie Jean Fournier, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner

This work is in very good condition overall. The edges of the sheet are deckled. The colors are bright fresh and clean. Under very close inspection there are minor and unobtrusive drying cracks in some of the thickly painted areas. A few minor and unobtrusive light abrasions are visible. The sheet is pinned down to the mat intermittently along the edges. Framed under Plexiglas.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

"My starting point has no dimension neither in time, neither in color, space or death but is a unified even wave with intensity."
Sam Francis