The former Santa Monica home of famous painter Sam Francis will reportedly be going under the hammer Jan 30, 2014, according to some real estate reports.
The world has revelled in the blots and blotches, the abstract expressionism put on Canvas by Sam Francis, the famous painter. More recently in March 2013, a painting titled 'Symphony in Blue' sold for $1.4 million. The record price for a Sam Francis painting is $6.3 million.
Much like his paintings, his home is a creative abode. Designed by architect Christopher Sorensen, the residence looks nothing less than a resort. The home hit the listing market in 2012 with a $18.7 million price tag. However, such exquisite homes need time to explore and to find a suitable buyer.
Concierge Auctions will be holding the bidding process. Registrations will be opening soon.
The 0.45 acre compound comprises of two homes. Put together, the two homes account for about 12,500 square feet and have about 8 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, a 950-bottle wine cellar, three steam rooms and a five car garage.
Interiors of the residence feature light hardwood flooring, floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors. Outside, the home has an infinity pool, a swim-up bar and Japanese gardens complete with fountains and waterfalls.
The listing at Realtor.com describes the place as:
AUCTION: January 30th. Originally Offered for $18.75M. Welcome to The Oasis. This 12,500sf Santa Monica Canyon architectural compound with artistic and sophisticated retreat-like flourishes is set in a verdant and thriving garden of succulents, cascading water features and fire elements. Enjoy two complimenting houses harmoniously framing a central pool, spa and courtyard - perfect for graciously entertaining family and friends.
Check out the photos, here. You can also find more information on the property, here.
About Sam Francis
Sam Francis served in the U.S. Army Air Corps until 1944. He took on painting as a hobby and grew in the field after receiving his B.A and M.A at the University of California. According to his official website:
He was greatly influenced by Abstract Expressionism particularly the works of Clyfford Still and Jackson Pollock. In his use of space on the canvas to allow free circulation of strong colour and the sensitivity to light Francis developed his own style by the time his studies had ended.
Francis passed away on Nov.4 1994 suffering from prostate cancer.
