The artwork, titled “Himalayas with Setting Moon,” was created by Nicholas Roerich around the year 1943. It belongs to the Symbolism art movement and is categorized under the genre of cloudscape.
In “Himalayas with Setting Moon,” Nicholas Roerich captures a tranquil moment where a full moon is setting over the Himalayan landscape. The composition is dominated by the expansive sky, painted in gradients of deep red and purple, transitioning into dark blues near the horizon. The moon, radiant and golden, hovers low in the sky, casting a soft glow that reflects off a calm body of water below. The Himalayan mountains form dark silhouettes against the vivid backdrop, framing the serene scene. The painting evokes a sense of calm and introspection, characteristic of Roerich’s symbolic style.
