Rubens Santoro
1859–1942 · Italian · 14 artworks
RealismPrecise detailAtmospheric perspectiveRealistic depiction of waterVibrant color palettesArchitectural accuracy
artist bio
Rubens Santoro was an Italian painter known for his detailed and picturesque scenes of Venice and other Italian locales. His Realist paintings capture the beauty and everyday life of these places, appealing to tourists and art collectors alike.
what you'll learn
Studying Santoro's work allows students to understand the principles of Realism, particularly in capturing accurate depictions of light, atmosphere, and architectural details. Students can also learn about creating depth and perspective in landscape painting.
related: Canaletto, Francesco Guardi, John Singer Sargent
14 artworks
A Canal Scene, Venice
1900
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Verona, Italy
1900
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A Siesta in Sunshine
1878
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View of San Pietro di Castello, Venice
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Basket Makers in Naples
1878
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Gondoliers on a Venetian Canal
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Gondola On a Venetian Canal
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A gondola ride, Venice
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Capri, Italy
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A Venetian Backwater
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A Venetian Canal with the Scuola Grande di San Marco and Campo San Giovanni e Paolo, Venice
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Leaving a Residence on the Grand Canal
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Venezia
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A Venetian Canal
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