Battle (1906) by Nicholas Roerich

Battle - Nicholas Roerich - 1906

Artwork Information

TitleBattle
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Date1906
Mediummosaïque
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)

About Battle

The artwork titled “Battle,” created by the esteemed artist Nicholas Roerich in 1906, is composed using the technique of mosaic. This masterful piece belongs to the Art Nouveau movement and falls within the battle painting genre.

The artwork presents a dynamic and tumultuous scene on the high seas, featuring a fleet of intricately detailed ships engaged in a fierce naval conflict. The vibrant orange and reddish hues that dominate the sky suggest a dramatic sunset, casting an intense glow over the churning waters and the clashing vessels. The ocean is depicted with swirling, turbulent waves, mirroring the chaos of the battle above. The detail in the sails and the curvature of the ships conveys motion and enhances the sense of urgency and action in the scene. The rugged cliffs and rocky outlook in the background provide a stark contrast to the fluidity of the sea, anchoring the composition and adding depth. This poignant representation captures both the grandeur and peril of a maritime battle, encapsulating the essence of conflict in a visually captivating manner.

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