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Robert Kenneth WhiteRobert K. White “Iron Beneath the Arch" Large Oil Painting on Canvas2017
2017
$6,600
£5,030.64
€5,802.31
CA$9,373.97
A$10,073.32
CHF 5,404.92
MX$118,657.56
NOK 67,960.89
SEK 62,081.83
DKK 43,364.18
About the Item
ROBERT KENNETH WHITE (b. 1950) – "IRON BENEATH THE ARCH"
Oil on Canvas ⚜ Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display
A DIALOGUE BETWEEN INDUSTRY AND CLASSICAL FORM
"Iron Beneath the Arch" presents a powerful visual contrast between the engineered mass of a steam locomotive and the refined symmetry of classical architecture. Framed within a monumental stone archway, the locomotive sits partially concealed, its mechanical forms softened by filtered light and the surrounding architectural structure.
The Latin inscription above the arch, Brevis Oratio ut Penetrat Coelos (“A short prayer pierces the heavens”), introduces a contemplative dimension to the scene. The phrase suggests reflection, endurance, and quiet resolve, qualities echoed in the restrained palette and deliberate composition. White balances weight and stillness, allowing the viewer to move between the solidity of iron and the timeless calm of stone.
This work reflects White’s continued interest in moments of pause within historically resonant spaces. By placing industrial subject matter beneath classical architecture, he creates a subtle tension between progress and tradition, strength and restraint. The painting reads not as a narrative scene, but as a meditation on presence, memory, and scale.
WHY COLLECT THIS WORK?
✓ A strong example of White’s architectural and industrial subject matter
✓ Combines classical European forms with American rail history
✓ Reflects the artist’s mature compositional restraint and tonal control
✓ A contemplative work that rewards sustained viewing
ARTWORK DETAILS:
▸ Title: Iron Beneath the Arch
▸ Artist: Robert Kenneth White (b. 1950)
▸ Medium: Oil on Canvas
▸ Year of Creation: 2017
▸ Signature: Hand Signed Lower Right
▸ Provenance: Private Collection
▸ Country of Creation: United States
▸ Dimensions:
— ◼︎ Canvas Size: 36.25 x 44.125 x 1 inches
▸ Condition: Excellent, commensurate with age
▸ Framing: Frameless Display, ready to hang or frame
INCLUDED DOCUMENTATION:
✓ Certificate of Authenticity
✓ Artist Biography Document
THE ARTIST:
Robert Kenneth White (b. 1950) is an American realist painter known for his refined approach to landscape, figurative, and architectural subjects. Raised in Salinas, California, White developed an early sensitivity to light, structure, and atmosphere through close observation of both natural and built environments.
White has often stated, “I don’t paint what is inside of me; I paint what I see outside of me.” This philosophy underpins his work, which emphasizes clarity, restraint, and direct observation over abstraction or symbolism. His paintings frequently explore moments of stillness within historically or culturally resonant settings.
His influences range from the light-driven techniques of Claude Monet and John Singer Sargent to the compositional discipline of Rembrandt and the narrative clarity found in American Realism. White’s work bridges classical technique with contemporary subject matter, resulting in paintings that feel timeless yet grounded in the present.
His works are held in private and corporate collections, including Fairmont Hotels, The Four Seasons, Bank of America, and Toyota. Collectors of his work include Steven Spielberg, Harrison Ford, Cher, and Michael Douglas. White continues to paint and exhibit, with his works remaining highly sought after by collectors of contemporary realist painting.
- Creator:Robert Kenneth White (1950, American)
- Creation Year:2017
- Dimensions:Height: 36.25 in (92.08 cm)Width: 44.125 in (112.08 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Framing:Framing Options Available
- Condition:This artwork is well-preserved and in excellent condition commensurate with its age.
- Gallery Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: 1017851stDibs: LU2843217486362
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