The artwork, titled “Tibetian Fortress,” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1936 using tempera on canvas. It belongs to the Symbolism art movement and is categorized within the landscape genre.
The composition of the artwork portrays an ancient fortress set against a vast, ethereal sky. The fortress, rendered in shades of brown and ochre, stands majestically on a sloping hill, exuding an aura of timeless strength and resilience. The sky dominates the scene, with pink and golden hues blending seamlessly to create a serene, otherworldly atmosphere. The subtle interplay of light and shadow enhances the mystical quality of the landscape, inviting viewers to contemplate the profound beauty and spiritual essence of the depicted scene.