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Robert Kenneth WhiteRobert Kenneth White "Classic Beauty" Signed Oil, Modern Realist Portrait2017
2017
$6,100
£4,654.15
€5,298.38
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A$9,424.49
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NOK 63,541.19
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ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "CLASSIC BEAUTY"
⚜ Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display
A MODERN HOMAGE TO TIMELESS ELEGANCE
In “Classic Beauty” (2017), Robert Kenneth White fuses classical antiquity with contemporary allure. A poised woman in crisp modern attire stands before an ancient stone relief, her sleek profile and cool sunglasses forming a striking counterpoint to the mythological figures behind her. The composition plays with light, form, and the enduring dialogue between past and present — a testament to White’s fascination with history, realism, and beauty itself.
When asked about this work, White remarked: “The love of beauty and antiquity were the elements that brought this work together.” His meticulous brushwork and controlled tonal transitions render every surface — from stone carvings to human skin — with cinematic precision and emotional stillness. The juxtaposition of human presence against timeless sculpture echoes influences ranging from John Singer Sargent’s compositional clarity to the contemplative realism of Andrew Wyeth and Richard Schmid.
WHY COLLECT THIS WORK?
✓ Exemplifies Robert Kenneth White’s blend of realism and conceptual balance
✓ Modern interpretation of classical themes with luminous light and refined surfaces
✓ A sophisticated dialogue between contemporary fashion and historical grandeur
✓ Ideal for collectors seeking realism with intellectual depth and visual calm
ARTWORK DETAILS:
▸ Title: "Classic Beauty"
▸ Artist: Robert Kenneth White
▸ Medium: Oil on Canvas
▸ Creation Date: 2017
▸ Country of Creation: United States
▸ Signature: Hand Signed Lower Right
▸ Provenance: Private Collection
▸ Dimensions:
— ◼︎ Canvas Size: 30 inches x 48 inches x 0.875 inches
▸ Framing: Frameless Display – Ready to hang
▸ Condition: Excellent condition commensurate with age
INCLUDED DOCUMENTATION:
✓ Certificate of Authenticity
✓ Artist Biography Document
THE ARTIST:
Robert Kenneth White (American, b. 1950) is celebrated for his contemporary realism that unites technical mastery with emotional subtlety. His work bridges the timeless craftsmanship of traditional oil painting with a modern sense of atmosphere and introspection. From sweeping Tuscan vistas to intimate figurative studies, White’s compositions reveal a rare command of light, composition, and surface texture.
Influenced by masters such as John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper, and Andrew Wyeth, White’s work invites quiet reflection. His paintings reside in private collections throughout the United States and abroad, admired for their poetic serenity and finely balanced realism.
- Creator:Robert Kenneth White (1950, American)
- Creation Year:2017
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 0.875 in (2.23 cm)
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- Condition:This artwork is well-preserved and in excellent condition commensurate with its age.
- Gallery Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: 1017671stDibs: LU2843217035282
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▸ Condition: Excellent
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