The artwork, titled “Lamayuru,” executed by Nicholas Roerich in 1925, is a tempered painting on cardboard. It belongs to the Symbolism art movement and measures 30 by 40.5 centimeters. The artwork is categorized under the landscape genre and exemplifies Roerich’s deep engagement with mysticism and spirituality through his distinct symbolic style.
In “Lamayuru,” Roerich portrays a serene and meditative landscape that features traditional structures set against a backdrop of mountains. The buildings, depicted with soft, earthy tones, have flat, angular rooftops and wooden elements, typical of the traditional architecture of the region he painted. The subtle gradient of the sky shifts from a soft blue at the top to a lighter, almost ethereal hue nearer to the horizon. The mountain peaks in the background are painted in delicate shades of blue and purple, evoking a sense of tranquility and timelessness. The composition is harmoniously balanced, with a prominent pathway leading the viewer’s gaze through the scene, inviting contemplation of the rich cultural and spiritual heritage that Roerich sought to capture in his work.
