The artwork titled “Oirot Messenger of the White Burkhant” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1925. It is executed on canvas using tempera and belongs to the Symbolism art movement. The painting, which measures 73.1 by 116.7 centimeters, is a mythological piece and part of the “Banners of the East” series. Currently, the artwork is housed at the Roerich Museum in Moscow, Russia.
“Oirot Messenger of the White Burkhant” depicts a mystical and tranquil nocturnal scene. In the foreground, a solitary figure prays or meditates on a rocky outcrop, enveloped in mist. Behind this figure, a majestic rider on a white horse gazes upon a vast expanse of rugged, luminous mountains, which seem to glow under the tranquil light of a full moon. The ethereal and serene atmosphere is enhanced by Roerich’s restrained yet vivid use of blues and purples, underscoring the spiritual and symbolic essence of the composition.