Snow maiden (c.1938) by Nicholas Roerich

Snow maiden - Nicholas Roerich - c.1938

Artwork Information

TitleSnow maiden
ArtistNicholas Roerich
Datec.1938
Art MovementSymbolism

About Snow maiden

The artwork titled “Snow Maiden” was created by Nicholas Roerich around the year 1938. It belongs to the Symbolism art movement and is categorized under the genre of genre painting.

In this evocative artwork, a solitary figure, ostensibly the ‘Snow Maiden,’ is depicted seated amidst a stark, mountainous landscape. The scene is dominated by towering, snow-covered peaks and sweeping shadows that lend an air of mystery and introspection. The contrast between the dark, rugged foreground and the expansive, light-filled background creates a striking visual. The overall composition suggests themes of solitude, contemplation, and the sublime interplay between the human spirit and the majestic forces of nature. Through minimalist yet poignant details, Roerich captures a profound sense of stillness and ethereal beauty, emblematic of the Symbolist movement’s focus on deeper, often mystical meanings beyond immediate visual appearances.

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