The artwork entitled “Forest,” created by Nicholas Roerich in 1921, is an oil painting on canvas. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and measures 57.7 by 77.5 cm. The artwork falls under the design genre.
The artwork portrays an enigmatic forest scene where surreal, ghostly figures seem to merge with the surrounding trees. The palette predominantly consists of muted, earthy tones, punctuated with occasional hints of soft yellow to highlight certain elements. The dense forest gives an eerie ambiance, with the spectral entities appearing as though they are part of the natural landscape. These apparitions evoke a sense of mysticism and otherworldliness, inviting viewers into a realm where reality and fantasy blur. The intricate detailing of the trees and the ethereal quality of the figures underline Roerich’s masterful ability to conjure a dreamlike atmosphere.
