“Voice of Mongolia” is a 1937 genre painting by Nicholas Roerich, an artist associated with the Symbolism art movement. The artwork, titled “Voice of Mongolia,” is reflective of the Symbolism art movement and was crafted in 1937 by the distinguished artist Nicholas Roerich. It is classified under the genre of genre painting.
The artwork depicts a serene and expansive landscape, dominated by a sky painted in a blend of soft hues of purple, blue, and yellow, capturing a tranquil evening or dawn. The horizon is marked by gentle hills that fade into the distance, enhancing the vastness of the scenery. In the foreground, two figures are present; one appears to be standing while the other is mounted on a horse, giving a narrative dimension to the scene. The figures are dressed in traditional attire, presumably from Mongolia, which adds a cultural context to the painting. The composition of the sky, with its layers of color and light, evokes a sense of calm and contemplation, characteristic of Roerich’s symbolic style.
