The artwork, titled “Tmutarakan,” was created by artist Nicholas Roerich in the year 1919. It belongs to the Art Nouveau movement, also known as Modern, and falls under the genre of design.
In this monochromatic sketch, Nicholas Roerich presents a serene representation of an architectural street view, possibly within a historical or imagined cityscape. The detailed yet unrefined pencil strokes depict an array of buildings with diverse architectural styles, featuring ornate facades and detailed elements. The perspective leads the viewer’s eye towards a central, perhaps significant building in the background, surrounded by more diminutive yet equally intricate structures. The minimalist yet expressive lines and forms suggest that this work serves as a design, capturing the essence and atmosphere of the scene Roerich envisioned.
