The artwork titled “Saint Nicholas,” created by Nicholas Roerich in 1914, falls under the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is categorized as an interior genre piece. Tragically, the artwork is now destroyed.
In the artwork, a serene landscape unfolds under a dramatically painted sky, with hues of blues and greens dominating the scene. To the left, Saint Nicholas, adorned in white ecclesiastical robes and a golden halo, stands prominently on a hillside, exuding a sense of calm authority. The hillside itself is lush with greens and yellows, indicative of a pastoral setting. In the background, a small cluster of buildings, possibly a church or a monastery, accentuates the spiritual theme. To the right, a group of figures, seemingly angelic, appear to approach Saint Nicholas. The overall atmosphere combines tranquility with a hint of mysticism, characteristic of Roerich’s artistic style.
