The artwork “Forest,” created by Nicholas Roerich in 1912, employs gouache and tempera mediums and is associated with the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. It measures 48.6 x 63 cm and is categorized under the genre of design. This distinguished piece is housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.
The artwork presents a captivating and somewhat surreal depiction of a forest. The use of gouache and tempera brings forth a textured, almost ethereal quality. The composition features stylized trees and abstract shapes, with the colors and forms blending into a dream-like landscape. The intricate details evoke a sense of mystery and wonder, characteristic of Roerich’s style and the Art Nouveau movement. The forest appears alive with organic forms that seem to dance and sway, inviting the viewer into a fantastical woodland scene.
