The artwork, titled “Tsong-kha-pa,” is a creation by the renowned artist Nicholas Roerich, completed in 1924 using tempera on canvas. The artwork belongs to the Symbolism art movement and is a religious painting, part of the “Banners of the East” series. Measuring 73.5 by 115 cm, the painting is currently held in a private collection.
“Tsong-kha-pa” depicts a serene and contemplative scene amidst a mountainous landscape. The central figure, dressed in traditional robes, sits in quiet reflection on a rock outcropping. Surrounded by majestic, snow-capped mountains under a clear blue sky, the setting evokes a sense of peace and spiritual introspection. The subdued color palette of primarily blues and whites, with carefully placed accents of warmer tones, enhances the tranquil mood of the scene, characteristic of the Symbolism movement’s emphasis on exploring spiritual themes through imagery.
