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Robert Kenneth WhiteRobert K. White "Kelly Slater" Oil on Canvas, Realist Portrait of Surf Legend2019
2019
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NOK 103,429.32
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ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "KELLY SLATER"
Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display
A PORTRAIT OF FOCUS, LEGACY, AND DEPTH
Rendered with near-photographic precision, this 2019 oil portrait by Robert Kenneth White captures surfing icon Kelly Slater in a moment of stillness, intensity, and quiet humanity. Set against a warm neutral backdrop, the composition strips away distractions, allowing the viewer to meet Slater’s steady gaze head-on. The artist’s disciplined brushwork, naturalistic palette, and subtle texture serve to heighten the emotional resonance of the subject’s expression—a face shaped not just by the ocean, but by decades of introspection and competitive greatness.
White, known for combining classical technique with contemporary subjects, has described the piece as a study in character: “They say the eyes are the portal to the soul… well if that’s the case, then you can tell a lot about Kelly Slater by looking into those eyes.” The result is both a tribute and a meditation, rooted in admiration and artistic inquiry.
WHY COLLECT THIS WORK?
✓ Signed original portrait by American realist Robert Kenneth White
✓ Compelling depiction of surfing legend Kelly Slater in his prime
✓ Museum-quality execution with striking presence and clarity
✓ Ideal for collectors of sports portraiture, realism, or contemporary Americana
ARTWORK DETAILS:
▸ Title: "Kelly Slater"
▸ Artist: Robert Kenneth White (b. 1950)
▸ Medium: Oil on Canvas
▸ Year of Creation: 2019
▸ Signature: Hand Signed Lower Right
▸ Country of Origin: United States
▸ Dimensions:
— ◼︎ Canvas Size: 40 x 28 inches
▸ Condition: Excellent
▸ 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 painter recognized for his luminous landscapes, seascapes, and contemporary portraiture. Deeply influenced by traditions rooted in John Singer Sargent and Norman Rockwell, White’s paintings often explore the intersection of precision and emotion.
He paints from life and personal connection, noting: “I don’t paint what’s inside me—I paint what I see outside of me.” White’s work is held in private and corporate collections, including those of Steven Spielberg and the Four Seasons. Whether depicting the California coastline or a figure of cultural significance, White’s art invites quiet contemplation and enduring appreciation.
- Creator:Robert Kenneth White (1950, American)
- Creation Year:2019
- Dimensions:Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 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: 1017821stDibs: LU2843216522612
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