The artwork titled “Confucius the Fair,” created by the artist Nicholas Roerich in 1925, is a religious painting executed on canvas using tempera. This piece is part of the Symbolism art movement and belongs to the “Banners of the East” series. The dimensions of the artwork are 73.6 x 117 cm.
The artwork depicts an ancient, serene landscape dominated by towering mountains that fade into the mist. In the foreground, a dignified figure rides a simplistic, yet symbolic, wooden cart pulled by a horse. The landscape’s mountains are depicted in bold, earthy tones of red and purple, contrasting with the pale mist that envelops them, creating a dreamlike, spiritual atmosphere. The figure’s attire and manner convey a sense of reverence and significance, consistent with the religious genre of the painting. The overall composition and color palette reflect the Symbolist intent to evoke deeper spiritual and philosophical introspection.
