The artwork titled “Way to Shambala” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1933. This piece, which resides in the Nicholas Roerich Museum in New York City, NY, US, is rendered on canvas using tempera and belongs to the Symbolism movement. It is a landscape genre painting.
The artwork features an ethereal portrayal of mountain ranges with an emphasis on mythical and otherworldly qualities, aligning with the Symbolist movement’s inclination towards the mystical and the spiritual. The composition predominantly comprises muted purples and blues, with a striking burst of golden-yellow hues on the mountain peaks, suggesting an almost divine light breaking over the horizon. The luminous peaks stand in stark contrast to the softer and darker lower mountains, creating an illusion of depth and grandeur. The serene and otherworldly landscape seems to invite the viewer on a journey towards the mystical realm of Shambala, captivating through its sublime beauty and symbolic resonance.
