Mantis 1962

"Mantis" is a 1962 abstract painting by American artist Sam Francis, known for his bold, gestural style. This piece, now in the collection of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles, showcases Francis's signature use of color and form. The painting's bright blue, green, and yellow hues are juxtaposed against a stark white background, creating a dynamic sense of space and movement. Francis's technique, characterized by drips, splatters, and washes of paint, adds an element of spontaneity and energy to the composition, inviting the viewer to experience the raw energy of his artistic vision.