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Graham Fransella Art

Graham Fransella studied at the Bradford School of Art, Yorkshire, and came to Australia in 1975. He lives and works in Melbourne and is represented by galleries across Australia. Fransella’s work is represented in many public collections, including the National Gallery of Australia, National Gallery of Victoria, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Queensland Art Gallery, Parliament House, Print Council of Australia and Artbank. Fransella is represented in many private collections in Australia, Europe and the USA.

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Artist: Graham Fransella
Mirror, Contemporary Etching, Statement Art, Bright Art, Bold, limited edition
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Graham Fransella Mirror Limited Edition 4 Panel Etching Artist Proof Sheet Size: H 71cm x W 90cm x D 0.1cm Total Size: H 142cm x W 180cm x D 0.1cm Minimum Space Needed to Hang: H 150...
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2010s Abstract Graham Fransella Art

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Figure At Crossing, Expressionist Figurative Print, Bold Statement Artwork
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Figure at Crossing, limited edition etching on paper, unframed. Graham Fransella prints available online and in our gallery at Wychwood Art. Graham is an artist and printmaker was bo...
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2010s Contemporary Graham Fransella Art

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Etching, Paper

Figure and Creek, Figurative Art, Large Statement Art, Bold Interior Art
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Figure and Creek Please note that insitu images are purely an indication of how a piece may look Figure and Creek is a unique contemporary print by Graham Fransella. The warm orange...
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2010s Abstract Graham Fransella Art

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Head on Ochre Wall, Graham Fransella, Limited Edition Etching, Two Panel Etching
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Head on Ochre Wall, Graham Fransella, Limited edition 2 panel etching no. 5/35 88 x 136cm
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2010s Abstract Graham Fransella Art

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Head on Orange, Graham Fransella, Limited ed. Etching, Abstract, Figurative
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Graham Fransella, Etching Head on Orange 176 x 148 4 separate Prints to make the one image
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Graham Fransella Art

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Figure on Sand, Graham Fransella, Etching, Abstract, Statement Artwork, Yellow
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Graham Fransella Figure on Sand Limited Edition Etching Triptych Edition of 25 Individual Sheet Size: H 90cm x W 46.7cm x D 0.2cm Total Size: H 90cm x W 140cm x D 0.2cm Sold Unframed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Graham Fransella Art

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Etching, Paper

Mirror, Graham Fransella, Limited Edition Etching, Affordable Print, Red Print
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Mirror Graham Fransella Limited Edition 4 Panel Etching Etching on Paper Sheet Sizes: H 35.5cm x W 45cm x D 0.1cm Image Size: H 142cm x W 180cm x D 0.1cm Mirror is a limited editi...
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2010s Abstract Graham Fransella Art

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Four Figures BY GRAHAM FRANSELLA
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Graham Fransella Four Figures Limited Edition 4 Panel Etching Edition of 25 Image Size: H 144cm x W 176cm Individual Sheet Size: H 36cm x W 44cm This ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Graham Fransella Art

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Mirror, Graham Fransella, Contemporary Etching, Statement Art, Bright Art, Bold
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Graham Fransella Mirror Limited Edition 4 Panel Etching Artist Proof Sheet Size: H 71cm x W 90cm x D 0.1cm Total Size: H 142cm x W 180cm x D 0.1cm Min...
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2010s Abstract Graham Fransella Art

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Figure and Creek, Graham Fransella, Limited Edition Etching, Abstact
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Graham Fransella Figure and Creek (etching) 88 x 140 cm
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Graham Fransella Art

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Etching

Graham Fransella, Figure by Window, Limited Edition Etching, Abstract
By Graham Fransella
Located in Deddington, GB
Graham Fransella, Figure By Window (etching) 88 x 140 cm
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2010s Abstract Graham Fransella Art

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Find a wide variety of authentic Graham Fransella art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange, red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Graham Fransella in etching, paper and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Graham Fransella art, so small editions measuring 35 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Emily Joyce, Diane Williams, and Jonone. Graham Fransella art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,115 and tops out at $5,153, while the average work can sell for $3,760.

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