Sam Francis
Sam Francis (American, 1923–1994), Basel Mural I, 1956–58, Oil on canvas, Norton Simon Museum, Gift of the Artist, © Sam Francis Foundation, California/ Artist Rights Society (ARS), NY
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- TIME:
- 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- SPEAKER:
- Educator
California native Sam Francis started painting while convalescing after an injury sustained while serving in the Army Air Corps during World War II. After the war, he moved to Paris to paint. Take a closer look at Basel Mural I and III, and explore the many influences that culminated in these monumental paintings.
EVENT DETAILS
- Fee:
- The program is free with admission and limited to 20 participants.
- Details:
- Please sign up at the Information Desk no later than 15 minutes prior to each session.
- Location:
- Meets in Entrance Gallery