The artwork, titled “Trans-Himalayas,” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1928. It is a landscape painting and belongs to the Symbolism art movement.
In “Trans-Himalayas,” Roerich presents a serene and minimalistic portrayal of the Himalayan mountain range. The painting predominantly features soft hues of blue and brown, evoking a sense of tranquility that emanates from the mountains in the background. The mountain peaks are depicted with gentle contours and are capped with a touch of snow, suggesting their majestic heights. In the foreground, sweeping strokes of earthy tones represent the terrain, creating a harmonious balance between the mountains and the land. The simplicity and elegance of the composition reflect the Symbolist approach, focusing more on the spiritual and symbolic significance of the landscape rather than its literal depiction.