The artwork, titled “Untitled,” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1916. Belonging to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement, it falls within the genre of cityscape.
The artwork depicts an intricate and somewhat fantastical architectural scene. It is characterized by a set of arches drawn with sweeping lines, creating a tunneled effect that guides the viewer’s eye toward the city structures visible beyond. Domineering, angular buildings with spires and varied rooftops can be seen in the distance, demonstrating a fusion of imaginative design and detailed execution typical of Roerich’s work within the Art Nouveau movement. The overall composition conveys a sense of depth and explores the interplay between structure and space, giving the cityscape a monumental and almost otherworldly quality.
