Moscow. View of Kremlin from Zamoskvorechie. (1903) by Nicholas Roerich

Moscow. View of Kremlin from Zamoskvorechie. - Nicholas Roerich - 1903

Artwork Information

TitleMoscow. View of Kremlin from Zamoskvorechie.
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Date1903
Mediumoil,cardboard
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)
Current LocationState Museum of Oriental Art, Moscow, Russia

About Moscow. View of Kremlin from Zamoskvorechie.

The artwork titled “Moscow. View of Kremlin from Zamoskvorechie,” created by Nicholas Roerich in 1903, is an oil painting on cardboard. This piece is part of the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and belongs to the cityscape genre. It is included in the series “Sketches from travels in old Russian cities” and is currently housed in the State Museum of Oriental Art in Moscow, Russia.

In the artwork, the artist presents a captivating view of the Kremlin as seen from Zamoskvorechie. The composition features the iconic architecture of the Kremlin with its distinctive towers and walls, rendered in rich, earthy tones. The use of light and shadow adds depth and emphasizes the grandeur and historical significance of the structures. The brushstrokes are characteristic of the Art Nouveau style, contributing to the painting’s harmonious and decorative quality. This scene not only captures a moment in Moscow’s landscape but also reflects the artist’s admiration for Russia’s architectural heritage.

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