The artwork, titled “Sunset,” was created by the artist Nicholas Roerich in 1933. This piece belongs to the Symbolism art movement and falls under the landscape genre. It is part of the “Holy Mountains” series.
The artwork captures a stunning mountainous landscape illuminated by the warm hues of a setting sun. Dominated by rich, vibrant colors, the piece showcases rugged peaks bathed in golden light contrasted against a clear blue sky. Shadows from the foreground mountains create a dramatic depth, emphasizing the majestic beauty of the illuminated ridges. The composition reflects a serene yet powerful natural scene, encapsulated in Roerich’s unique symbolic style.