Ivan the Forester (1894) by Nicholas Roerich

Ivan the Forester - Nicholas Roerich - 1894

Artwork Information

TitleIvan the Forester
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Date1894
Dimensions11.4 x 9.6 cm
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationNicholas Roerich Museum, New York City, NY, US

About Ivan the Forester

“Ivan the Forester,” created by Nicholas Roerich in 1894, is a genre painting rooted in the Realism movement. The artwork, which measures 11.4 x 9.6 cm, is housed in the Nicholas Roerich Museum in New York City, NY, US.

The artwork depicts a bearded man, presumably Ivan the Forester, dressed in rustic attire typical of a forester or woodsman. His posture suggests he is actively engaged in his environment, possibly in the midst of a task such as retrieving something or examining the flora. Surrounding him are dense, finely detailed trees and undergrowth, emphasizing the thicket of the forest. The pencil or charcoal medium used for this piece highlights Roerich’s adeptness at capturing intricate details and textures within the natural landscape, while the monochromatic treatment lends a timeless, contemplative quality to the scene. The forester’s concentrated expression and the natural scenery are portrayed with a realism that brings a sense of authenticity and immersion to the viewer.

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