Untitled

Sam Francis, Untitled, 1960, gouache on paper, 29 3422 14 in. (75.656.5 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Edith S. and Arthur J. Levin, 2005.5.31

Artwork Details

Title
Untitled
Artist
Date
1960
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
29 3422 14 in. (75.656.5 cm)
Credit Line
Bequest of Edith S. and Arthur J. Levin
Mediums Description
gouache on paper
Classifications
Subjects
  • Abstract
Object Number
2005.5.31

Artwork Description

In this composition, drips and spatters of paint lend dynamism to organic forms that are pushed to the sides of the sheet, as if repelled by a magnetic force. Aligning the circular shapes at the edges of the sheet while leaving a relatively blank center, Francis challenged traditional principles of composition. The central void suggests two aspects of science – the vast expanse of outer space and the minuscule distances between microscopic forms.

Graphic Masters II: Highlights from the Smithsonian American Art Museum, 2009

Works by this artist (10 items)

Earlie Hudnall, Jr., Hip Hop, 1993, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase, 1994.23.7, © 1993, Earlie Hudnall, Jr.
Hip Hop
Date1993
gelatin silver print
Not on view
Earlie Hudnall, Jr., Looking Out, 1991, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase, 1994.23.6, © 1991, Earlie Hudnall, Jr.
Looking Out
Date1991
gelatin silver print
Not on view
Earlie Hudnall, Jr., Street Champion, 1986, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase, 1994.23.5, © 1986, Earlie Hudnall, Jr.
Street Champion
Date1986
gelatin silver print
Not on view
Earlie Hudnall, Jr., The Guardian, 1990, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase, 1994.23.4, © 1990, Earlie Hudnall, Jr.
The Guardian
Date1990
gelatin silver print
Not on view

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Dateca. 1975
gelatin silver print
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Lure of the Sea
Dateca. 1975
gelatin silver print
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Eugene Von Bruenchenhein, Untitled, ca. 1945-1950, gelatin silver print, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Lewis and Jean Greenblatt, 2002.86.9
Untitled
Dateca. 1945-1950
gelatin silver print
Not on view