The artwork titled “Himalayas. Chain of Kanchenjunga” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1936. Executed using tempera on canvas, this artwork exemplifies the Symbolism movement. It measures 30.5 x 46 cm and portrays a landscape, currently housed at the Nicholas Roerich Museum in New York City, NY, USA.
The artwork captures the majestic Kanchenjunga mountain range within the Himalayas. The composition showcases snow-covered peaks bathed in soft hues, creating a serene and ethereal atmosphere. The foreground features a rugged terrain with varying shades of brown, while a layer of mist or clouds sits above it, enhancing the mystic appeal of the scene. The mountains, rendered in shades of blue, grey, and white, dominate the canvas, and the clear sky above them adds to the tranquility and grandeur of the landscape. The use of tempera medium results in a matte texture, lending a softness to the rugged and imposing subject.
