The artwork, named “On Himalayan peaks,” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1933. It belongs to the Symbolism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting.
In the artwork, the serene scene of the majestic Himalayan mountains serves as the backdrop. The peaks are portrayed in various shades of blue, capturing the profound tranquility of the mountainous landscape. A solitary figure, draped in yellow robes, is depicted in a contemplative pose at the foreground, harmonizing with the grandeur of the surrounding nature. The use of light and subtle gradations highlights the ethereal quality of the scene, inviting the viewer into a meditative state.