The artwork titled “Kara-Kirghizians” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1932. Rendered on canvas with tempera, this painting falls within the Symbolism art movement. Measuring 79.5 by 46.5 centimeters, it is categorized as a landscape genre. Presently, the artwork resides in the Nicholas Roerich Museum located in New York City, New York, United States.
The artwork depicts a serene and expansive landscape bathed in warm hues of yellow and orange. The background is dominated by a silhouette of mountains that fade gently into the sky. In the middle ground, a group of traditional structures with dome-shaped roofs is presented, radiating a sense of stillness. Toward the left, two silhouetted figures on horseback add a dynamic element, creating a contrast against the otherwise tranquil and vast background. The painting’s warm color palette invokes a sense of the setting or rising sun, illuminating the quiet beauty of the scene. Through its simplicity and color harmony, the artwork captures the mystical essence of the landscape and its inhabitants.
