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Walt Kuhn Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Walt Kuhn 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 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Walt Kuhn · 1877 – 1949

Seated Nude (1926) by Walt Kuhn

1926 · original 61 x 50 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Dryad – Walt Kuhn

1935 · original 111 x 83 cm

Discover "Dryad" by Walt Kuhn (1935), a captivating 111x83cm painting of a mythical nymph. Explore this modernist masterpiece & its rich artistic history.

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Art Movement: Modernism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Wisconsin (1936) by Walt Kuhn

1936 · original 71 x 61 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Portrait of Clowns (1939) by Walt Kuhn

1939 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · original 30.8 x 38.4cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Ramirez (1939) by Walt Kuhn

1939 · original 21 x 17 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Girl in White and Silver, Walt Kuhn

1943 · original 102 x 77 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Pop Pendleton Juggler by Walt Kuhn

1944 · original 31 x 23 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Walt Kuhn: Young Woman

Boca Raton Museum of Art, Boca Raton

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Walt Kuhn, View of Melrose Street from the Spiers' Porch (1911)

1911 · Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. · original 15.24 x 20.32cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Arabian Scene, Walt Kuhn

original 21 x 28 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Moorings, (1912)

Discover Walt Kuhn’s ‘Moorings’ (1912), an evocative oil painting of a harbor scene in impressionistic style. Explore its textured impasto, muted colors & maritime atmosphere.

Art Movement: Impressionism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Girl with Mirror, 1928, Walt Kuhn

1928 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

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Color Palette: Pastels

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Hare and Hunting Boots (1926) by Walt Kuhn

1926 · original 97 x 91 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Plumes – Walt Kuhn

1931 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Performer Resting by Walt Kuhn, 1929

1929 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

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Color Palette: Pastels

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Zinnias by Walt Kuhn, 1933

1933 · original 84 x 97 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Apples from Dorset, Vermont by Walt Kuhn, 1937

1937 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 63.5 x 76.2cm

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Apples from Dorset, Vermont (1937) by Walt Kuhn

1937 · original 64 x 76 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Green Apples, White Cloth, and Basket (1935) by Walt Kuhn

1935 · original 64 x 76 cm

Discover Walt Kuhn’s ‘Green Apples, White Cloth,’ a serene 1935 grayscale still life. Dry brush technique & classic realism meet quiet contemplation – a timeless art piece.

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Walt Kuhn, Ready to Go On (1939)

1939 · John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Clown in His Dressing Room (1943)

1943 · Whitney Museum of American Art, New York

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Girl With Cocked Hat (1942) by Walt Kuhn

1942 · original 77 x 65 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Still Life with Apples and Pitcher (1939) by Walt Kuhn

1939 · original 64 x 77 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Acrobat in White and Blue, Walt Kuhn

1947 · original 76 x 64 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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Winter Apples – Walt Kuhn

1948 · original 51 x 61 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 31 artworks by Walt Kuhn
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The artist

Walt Kuhn

1877 – 1949

Quick facts

Died1949
Lifespan72 years
Top-ranked workSeated Nude
Born1877, Brooklyn, United States
NationalityUnited States
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Creative periodsmature period

Biography

Walt Kuhn: A Pioneer of American Modernism

Early Life and Background

Born: 1877 in New York City.
Kuhn’s early life was rooted in a working-class family near the Brooklyn docks, exposing him to vibrant yet rough waterfront experiences.
Despite a natural inclination towards drawing, his initial career path diverged from art, involving work as a bicycle repair shop owner and a professional bike racer.
He began selling drawings at age fifteen, adopting the signature “Walt.”
Formal artistic training commenced in 1893 at the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute.

European Studies and Artistic Development

In 1899, Kuhn ventured to California with limited funds, working as an illustrator for WASP Magazine.
Recognizing the need for broader artistic exposure, he traveled to Paris in 1901.
He briefly studied at the Académie Colarossi before moving to Munich and studying under Heinrich von Zügel of the Barbizon School.
His European travels included sketching trips in the Netherlands and visits to museums in Venice, where he encountered Impressionism and Post-Impressionism for the first time.

Return to America and Early Career

Kuhn returned to New York in 1903, working as an illustrator for local journals.
He held his first exhibition at the Salmagundi Club in 1905, establishing himself as both a cartoonist and painter.
His illustrations appeared in Life Magazine, and he created the comic strip “Whisk” (1909-1911) for the New York World.
He briefly taught at the New York School of Art but disliked the experience.
Marriage to Vera Spier followed, and they had a daughter, Brenda Kuhn.

The Armory Show and its Impact

A Defining Moment: Kuhn played a crucial role in organizing the 1913 Armory Show – America’s first large-scale introduction to European Modernism.
He formed a close friendship with Arthur Bowen Davies, who also significantly impacted American art history.
Kuhn served as the executive secretary and was tasked with securing participation from European artists. He, Davies, and Walter Pach toured Europe in 1912 to achieve this.
The Armory Show attracted over 200,000 attendees and generated $44,000 in sales, exceeding all expectations.
Robert Hughes noted Kuhn’s “talent for promotion” which was instrumental to the show's success.

Later Career and Artistic Style

Post-Armory Show, Kuhn advised lawyer and collector John Quinn in building his modern art collection.
He exhibited with the Whitney Studio Club and became a respected artist at the Whitney Museum of American Art.
His work initially reflected European Modernist influences (e.g., Raoul Dufy, André Derain), but later evolved towards a more representational style while retaining bold colors and textures.
He taught at the Art Students League of New York after recovering from a serious illness in 1925.
Kuhn completed a commission for the Union Pacific Railroad, designing the club car “The Little Nugget.”

Historical Significance and Legacy

Kuhn’s role in the Armory Show was transformative, opening American audiences to new artistic ideas.
He navigated a complex art world caught between European Modernism and emerging American regionalist movements.
His paintings – particularly his depictions of circus performers and still lifes – are celebrated for their vibrant color, energetic brushwork, and unique perspective.
Died: 1949, leaving behind a legacy as a pivotal figure in the development of American Modernism.

Questions & Answers

What are the birth city and country of Walt Kuhn?

Walt Kuhn was born in Brooklyn, in United States.

Where is Walt Kuhn from?

Walt Kuhn was born in United States.

Where can I see all artworks by Walt Kuhn?

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

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 4, 2026

Collector's quiz

Walt Kuhn is most famously known for his role in organizing what pivotal event that introduced European Modernism to the United States?
Before becoming a painter, Kuhn had several other professions. Which of the following was one of his early careers?
Kuhn studied art in Europe, notably under Heinrich von Zügel. With which artistic movement was von Zügel associated?
Following the Armory Show, Kuhn acted as an art advisor to which prominent collector?
Kuhn's paintings often depicted scenes from what popular form of entertainment during his time?

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