Harrowing of Hell (c.1909) by Nicholas Roerich

Harrowing of Hell - Nicholas Roerich - c.1909

Artwork Information

TitleHarrowing of Hell
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Datec.1909
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)
Current LocationTretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia

About Harrowing of Hell

The artwork, titled “Harrowing of Hell,” was created by Nicholas Roerich circa 1909. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and represents a religious painting. Currently, this artwork is located in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.

The artwork depicts a significant religious theme, illustrating a dramatic and emotional scene. The central figure, likely Jesus Christ, is shown descending into Hell, a common motif known as the Harrowing of Hell, where Christ is believed to liberate the souls held captive. The figures in the painting convey a sense of agony and turmoil, controlled through the swirling patterns and intense expressions. The use of colors, predominantly muted tones with flashes of red and orange, enhances the sense of divine intervention and celestial presence against the dark, chaotic backdrop. The composition effectively captures the essence of the narrative and the spiritual resonance of the scene.

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