The artwork, titled “Giantess Krimgerd,” was created by Nicholas Roerich circa 1918. It belongs to the Symbolism art movement and is classified as a sketch and study.
The monochromatic artwork depicts a serene yet somewhat mystical scene. On the left side, a small vessel navigates through calm waters, its bow adorned with what appear to be mythical or totemic figures. The crew, rendered with minimal detail, gives the impression of cautious observers of their surroundings. The central and right portions of the composition reveal large, amorphous rock formations that evoke a sense of ancient and undisturbed natural beauty. The horizon is marked by distant, softly contoured hills that merge gently with a muted sky. The simplicity and fluidity of the drawing lines add to the symbolic and slightly otherworldly quality of this piece.
