Created by artist Paul Reed in 1964, the artwork titled “#12” belongs to the Abstract Expressionism movement and is classified under the abstract genre.
The artwork features a geometric composition that balances a harmonious interplay of colors and shapes. Dominating the canvas, a beige background is divided into four triangular sections in beige, white, blue, and red tones. At the center, abstract leaf-like green shapes create a symmetrical pattern, forming a circular arrangement. The simplicity of the forms and the thoughtful positioning of colors demonstrate the artist’s exploration of harmony and abstraction, characteristic of the Abstract Expressionism movement. The precise shapes and deliberate color choices evoke a sense of structured spontaneity, inviting viewers to engage with the composition’s visual rhythm and implied movement.
