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Original Oil Painting – “Big Red” by William F. Reese – Bellevue, WA – Framed Western Horse Portrait

Beautiful original oil painting on canvas by renowned Pacific Northwest artist William F. Reese (1938–2010), titled “Big Red.” Reese was an award-winning American impressionist painter known for his masterful portrayals of horses, Western subjects, and regional landscapes.

This piece features a strong, warm-toned horse rendered in expressive brushwork with bold movement and depth—classic traits of Reese’s style. It is signed on the front and hand-titled, signed, and studio-labeled on the back.

Professionally framed in a vintage wood frame with linen liner, ready to hang.

Details & Features

• Artist: William F. Reese (1938–2010)

• Title: “Big Red”

• Medium: Oil on canvas

• Frame Size: approx. 22.5" x 26.5"

• Signature: Signed front; titled & signed on stretcher; studio card attached to back

• Location on Back: Bellevue, Washington

• Condition: Painting is in excellent vintage condition. Frame shows light age-related wear consistent with display.

Description

“Big Red” is a striking, expressive oil painting capturing the presence and personality of a powerful horse in rich earth-tones and dynamic strokes. Reese’s work is highly collectible—he is considered one of the great Northwest artists of his generation, with paintings held in museums, galleries, and private collections across the country.

A wonderful piece for collectors of Western art, horse portraits, or original Pacific Northwest fine art.

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