Sam Francis

American artist Sam Francis (1923-1994) brought vivid color and emotional intensity to Abstract Expressionism. His works, whether intimate or monumental in scale, make indelible impressions; the intention of the artist was to make them felt as much as seen.

Presented here for the first time in this volume are the results of an in-depth scientific study of more than forty paintings, which reveal new information about his creative process. The data provides a key to the complicated evolution of the artist's work and informs original art historical interpretations.