The artwork, entitled “Song of the Viking,” is a painting created by Nicholas Roerich in the year 1907. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is a genre painting. The dimensions of the artwork measure 42 x 80 cm, and it is currently held in a private collection.
The composition of “Song of the Viking” presents a solitary figure dressed in attire reminiscent of the Viking era, standing against a serene landscape backdrop. A castle, rendered in warm tones, occupies the mid-ground, while the figure gazes contemplatively over a body of water, invoking a sense of reflection and solemnity. The artwork captures the essence of Roerich’s fascination with historical and mythical themes through meticulous attention to detail and atmospheric perspective.
