William Thompson Russell Smith Paintings

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "CAIRN ROAD" ⚜ Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display A QUIET TESTAMENT TO ENDURANCE AND SOLITUDE In “Cairn Road” (2012), Robert Kenneth ...

A classic scene of a large mid-Nineteenth Century schooner at rest in the Mediterranean port painted by the Italian countryman Tomaso De Simone. The complete narrative scene around the schooner's broadside is complemented with a British merchant steam/sail ship, local boats and the colorful sky and headland architecture of the ancient city. The vast serenity and unspoiled life of cruising the Mediterranean Ocean...

“Being There,” an original oil on canvas by Robert K. White, is a piece for the true collector. White’s careful attention to detail and vivid use of browns and reds project from the painting, immediately capturing the viewer's attention and highlighting the artist's keen ability to capture emotion and life - all in a brushstroke. White's talent for depicting light and shadow provides the foundation for him to deliver subjects and scenes to the viewer's eye. This masterful work would make a great addition to an art collection and enhance most any home, perfect for those who have an affinity for cityscapes, theater, and architecture. In the artist’s own words, “I don’t paint what is inside of me; I paint what I see outside of me. I’m an observer. If I see something and I feel an affinity for it, something just clicks in my head. I’ll make the decision right then and there to paint that particular subject during that particular moment. It’s a perfect moment. Once something has caught my eye and I’ve heard the “perfect” click, it’s like a photograph has been taken in my mind’s eye. I only have a few days of clarity with that image. I have to start the painting quickly or else it will be gone and I will lose that image forever.” Artist: ROBERT KENNETH WHITE...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "PEACEFUL REFLECTION II" ⚜ Oil on canvas ⚜ Hand signed lower right ⚜ Frameless display CLASSICAL GARDEN INTERIOR WITH MEDITERRANEAN LIGHT In Peaceful Reflecti...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "RACING THE TEMPEST" ⚜ Oil on canvas ⚜ Hand signed lower right ⚜ Frameless display DRAMATIC MARITIME SCENE BY ROBERT KENNETH WHITE In "Racing the Tempest," Ro...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "TO THE BEACH AT DEL MAR" ⚜ Oil on canvas ⚜ Hand signed on verso ⚜ Frameless display SUNLIT MOMENT IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Inspired by a real-life encounter, Robert Kenneth White captures the quiet magnetism of a spontaneous moment on a sunlit road in Del Mar. The figure—draped in white and holding a woven beach bag...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "CYPRESS LIGHT" ⚜ Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display A GLOWING STUDY OF LIGHT AND NATURE In “Cypress Light” (2018), Robert Kenneth Wh...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "TRANQUILITY" ⚜ Oil on canvas ⚜ Hand signed lower left ⚜ Frameless display ARCHITECTURAL GARDEN STUDY IN SUNLIT STILLNESS In Tranquility, Robert Kenneth White captures a moment of quiet illumination in a Mediterranean-style garden. A classical terracotta urn rests amid wildflowers and trimmed hedges, framed by palm fronds, stucco walls, and pale blue shutters. The painting balances bright floral textures with deep shadow, inviting viewers into a peaceful courtyard retreat. As the artist reflects, “This painting was inspired by the timeless beauty of southern France, and the wonderful homes that one finds there.” That inspiration shines through in both the subject and atmosphere—an evocation of warmth, elegance, and enduring charm. Known for his mastery of architectural scenes and natural light, White renders this composition with both structural clarity and painterly softness. The glowing focal point and contrasting cool shade exemplify his skill at evoking calm and stillness through light and design. WHY COLLECT THIS WORK? ✓ Original oil by Robert Kenneth White, acclaimed for garden courtyards and architectural realism ✓ Mediterranean palette with vibrant sunlight and lush foliage ✓ Ideal for collectors of classical realism, garden subjects, or decorative architectural studies ✓ Compact horizontal scale, perfect for home or hospitality interiors ARTWORK DETAILS: ▸ Title: "Tranquility" ▸ Artist: Robert Kenneth White ▸ Medium: Oil on Canvas ▸ Year of Creation: 2021 ▸ Signature: Hand signed lower left ▸ Country of Origin: United States ▸ Dimensions: — ◼︎ Canvas Size: 18.125 x 30.125 inches ▸ Condition: Excellent ▸ Framing: Frameless Display – Ready to hang or frame INCLUDED DOCUMENTATION ✓ Certificate of Authenticity ✓ Artist Biography Document THE ARTIST: Robert Kenneth White is a contemporary American realist known for his luminous courtyard scenes, tonal landscapes, and sunlit interiors. Drawing on the traditions of American and European realism, his work recalls the influence of artists like John Singer Sargent, Joaquín Sorolla, and John Register...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE (b. 1950) – "ROCK AND SURGE" ⚜ Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display A COASTAL STUDY OF FORCE AND RHYTHM In "Rock and Surge," Robert Kenne...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE (b. 1950) – "Mustang" ⚜ Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display A POWERFUL PORTRAIT OF THE AMERICAN MUSTANG In "Mustang," Robert Kenneth Whi...

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE (b. 1950) – "RETURN OF THE KING" ⚜ Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right; Titled on Verso ⚜ Frameless Display A CINEMATIC MOMENT OF ARCHITECTURE, MEMORY, AND ...

An able sailor guides a fine sloop through the choppy waters of a busy American port in this work by Dutch-American artist Maurtiz DeHaas. Given the sailor's hat, what appears to be ...