The artwork titled “Walls of Kremlin in Novgorod” by Nicholas Roerich, created in 1903, belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) and Realism movements. It is a genre painting categorized as a cityscape and is part of the series “Sketches from travels in old Russian cities.” The artwork showcases the ancient walls and towers of the Kremlin in Novgorod. The structure is depicted with meticulous attention to detail, highlighting the grandeur and historical significance of the fortification. The subdued yet rich color palette, dominated by earth tones, captures the timeless essence and majestic presence of the historic architecture set against a soft blue sky. The fortification rises from the landscape, evoking a sense of strength and permanence, characteristic of Roerich’s fascination with historical and cultural monuments.
