“Cabin” is an artwork created by Nicholas Roerich in 1912, utilizing Indian ink, pencil, and paper, and falls under the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. Categorized as a sketch and study, the artwork resides in the Bakhrushin Theater Museum, Moscow, Russia.
The artwork depicts an intimate interior scene of a cabin with a cozy, somewhat rustic ambiance. Two small, round portholes dominate the background, casting a muted light into the room. A simple bench or table at the center of the composition supports an indeterminate pile of cloth or clothing, suggesting an aura of domestic simplicity. To the left, a cloak or coat hangs, adding a sense of human presence and daily life. The lines and shading, achieved with Indian ink and pencil, create a textured and layered effect, enhancing the depth and realism of the scene despite its sketch-like quality. The choice of medium and the evident brush strokes add an expressive and somewhat rough feel, characteristic of preliminary sketches and studies from the Art Nouveau period.
