“Seraphim,” an artwork created by Viktor Vasnetsov between 1885 and 1896, is a captivating religious painting executed with gouache and watercolor on paper. This piece, residing in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia, is a sublime example of the Art Nouveau (Modern) and Romanticism movements.
The artwork portrays a trio of seraphim, each rendered with delicate precision, emanating an ethereal aura. The celestial beings are depicted with detailed, vibrant wings; the top seraphim’s wings are a combination of light green and white hues, while the middle seraphim’s wings are predominantly white. The bottom seraphim exhibits orange and white wings. The background is a muted golden color that accentuates the divine figures, creating a striking contrast. The expressions and poses of the seraphim convey a sense of holy tranquility and spiritual reverence, encapsulating the religious essence of the artwork.
