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Paul Reed Most Popular Paintings

The 9 artworks by Paul Reed our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 9 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Paul Reed · 1919 – 2015

No. 17

1964 · Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City · original 170 x 170 cm

Vibrant blue circles and yellow accents dance across a dark void in this captivating 1964 color field painting by Washington Color School pioneer Paul Allen Reed, inviting you to explore his bold abstract legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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Step

1968 · Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City · original 111 x 139 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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No. 22A

1963 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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No. 22D

1965 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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No. 12, 1965

1965 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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Coherence

1966 · original 264 x 114 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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#1D

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1965 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 172.72 x 237.81cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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#8

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1963 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 111.76 x 111.76cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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Intersection IV

1966 · John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 9 artworks by Paul Reed
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The artist

Paul Reed

1919 – 2015

Quick facts

Lifespan96 years
Museums on APSThe Phillips Collection, John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Oklahoma City Museum of Art
Typical colorsputty
Born1919, Washington, D.C., United States
Top 3 worksNo. 17, Step, No. 22A
Copyright statusUnder copyright
Works on APS9

Biography

a pioneer of color field painting

paul allen reed, an american artist, left an indelible mark on the art world with his contributions to the washington color school and color field painting. born in 1919 in washington, d.c., reed's artistic journey began at the corcoran school of art, where he honed his skills alongside other notable artists.

artistic contributions

reed's work is characterized by its bold exploration of color and form, often using diluted acrylic paint directly on canvas. this innovative approach not only defined his style but also influenced a generation of artists. his paintings are now part of major museum collections, including the national gallery of art and the smithsonian american art museum.

key works:
- untitled (1960), a seminal piece showcasing reed's use of vibrant, unblended colors.
- study for "event" (1962), demonstrating his experimentation with form and color interaction.
museums featuring his work:
- national gallery of art
- smithsonian american art museum
art movement:
- washington color school
- color field painting

legacy and influence

as the last living member of the washington color school at the time of his passing in 2015, reed's legacy extends beyond his own body of work. his influence can be seen in numerous artists who have followed in his footsteps, experimenting with color and form. recommended reading: - paul allen reed on OriginalUniqueArt - greatest most famous paintings of all time featuring works by artists influenced by color field painting view more artworks: - sam gilliam: day tripper (acrylic on canvas) - arshile gorky: waterfall

Questions & Answers

Where can I see all artworks by Paul Reed?

Every work by Paul Reed on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

How many artworks by Paul Reed are available to browse?

You can browse 9 artworks by Paul Reed on the All Artworks page.

Can I explore Paul Reed's works by subject?

The Subject Atlas of Paul Reed is a page that maps the artist's artworks by their subjects.

By the OriginalUniqueArt.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 3, 2026

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