Himalayas. Mountains lit by sunset. (1941) by Nicholas Roerich

Himalayas. Mountains lit by sunset. - Nicholas Roerich - 1941

Artwork Information

TitleHimalayas. Mountains lit by sunset.
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Date1941
Mediumcardboard,tempera
Dimensions30.9 x 45.9 cm
Art MovementSymbolism

About Himalayas. Mountains lit by sunset.

The artwork titled “Himalayas. Mountains lit by sunset” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1941. Executed using tempera on cardboard, this piece belongs to the Symbolism art movement and measures 30.9 x 45.9 cm. The genre of the painting is landscape.

In the artwork, Nicholas Roerich depicts a captivating scene of the Himalayan mountain range bathed in the golden hues of the setting sun. The composition highlights the majestic peaks, with their summits adorned in radiant light, contrasted by areas cloaked in shadows. The colors range from deep purples in the sky to warm yellows and browns on the mountains, reflecting the ethereal glow of the sunset. The subtle gradations of light and shadow impart a sense of depth and tranquility, capturing the timeless beauty and mysticism associated with this mighty mountain range. The simplicity and serenity of the scene are hallmarks of the Symbolist movement, which often seeks to evoke deeper emotional responses through symbolism and evocative imagery.

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