Dzong at evening (1924) by Nicholas Roerich

Dzong at evening - Nicholas Roerich - 1924

Artwork Information

TitleDzong at evening
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Date1924
Art MovementSymbolism

About Dzong at evening

“**Dzong at Evening**,” created in 1924 by Nicholas Roerich, is a landscape painting belonging to the Symbolism art movement. It is part of the “Tibetian Way” series.

The artwork depicts a serene and mystical evening landscape featuring rocky formations bathed in shades of purple and blue. The formidable dzong, a type of fortification found primarily in Bhutan and Tibet, looms in the background, blending harmoniously with the natural terrain. The use of cool colors and the smooth, flowing lines of the landscape evoke a sense of tranquility and timelessness. The dramatic rendering of the rocks and mountains highlights their majesty and the spiritual significance often associated with such natural structures in Tibetan culture. Through this painting, Roerich captures the ethereal beauty and the mystical aura of the Tibetan landscape in a manner that resonates with the Symbolist approach, emphasizing the representation of inner experiences over naturalistic detail.

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