First Stone 1960

"First Stone" is a 1960 lithograph by American abstract expressionist painter Sam Francis. The work features an off-white background with a central blue shape that resembles an abstract form, surrounded by splashes of yellow and blue hues. The artist's signature style of energetic brushstrokes and bold colors creates a dynamic and captivating visual experience. Francis's exploration of color and form in this abstract piece echoes the principles of Abstract Expressionism, a movement that emerged in the mid-20th century.