Karelian landscape (1919) by Nicholas Roerich

Karelian landscape - Nicholas Roerich - 1919

Artwork Information

TitleKarelian landscape
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Date1919
Art MovementSymbolism

About Karelian landscape

“Karelian Landscape” is a landscape artwork created by Nicholas Roerich in 1919, representing the Symbolism art movement. The composition presents a landscape genre, characterized by its stylized depiction of nature and symbolic elements.

The artwork reveals a terrain dominated by earthy tones, including shades of mustard, brown, and subtle greens. The landscape features an intricate portrayal of rocky hills and sparse vegetation, with twisted, leafless branches scattered throughout. The background showcases rolling hills and distant blue mountains, painted with subdued hues to evoke a sense of depth and serenity. The sky above is depicted with a gentle gradation, transitioning from pale to a subtle blue at the horizon. Roerich’s stylistic approach is evident in the composition’s almost abstract quality, with each element meticulously arranged to create a harmonious yet contemplative scene. The distinct curvatures and fluid lines infuse the landscape with a mystical and almost serene quality, characteristic of the Symbolism movement.

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