Gifts (1909) by Nicholas Roerich

Gifts - Nicholas Roerich - 1909

Artwork Information

TitleGifts
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Date1909
Mediumcardboard,tempera
Dimensions49.5 x 74.9 cm
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Gifts

The artwork titled “Gifts,” created by Nicholas Roerich in 1909, is executed on cardboard using tempera. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and measures 49.5 by 74.9 centimeters. This piece falls under the genre of design and is part of a private collection.

The artwork depicts a vivid, fairy-tale-like scene infused with warm hues of yellow and orange, characteristic of Roerich’s style. The setting appears to be a fantastical, medieval city dominated by grand architecture with towering spires and domed structures. The scene is imbued with a mythical atmosphere, as suggested by the elaborate buildings that evoke a sense of ancient grandeur. In the foreground, three figures are depicted; they seem to be knights or noblemen, clad in rich attire, bearing gifts. Their presence adds a narrative element to the artwork, suggesting a ceremonial or significant event. The composition is balanced and meticulously detailed, illustrating Roerich’s artistic prowess and his ability to weave intricate, majestic landscapes that transport viewers into imaginative realms.

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