Himalayas by Nicholas Roerich

Himalayas 

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Roerich Museum, Moscow, Russia

painting, pastel

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sky

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abstract painting

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painting

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landscape

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mountain

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abstraction

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line

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symbolism

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pastel

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abstract art

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modernism

Copyright: Public domain

Nicholas Roerich, a Russian artist, painted this work titled "Himalayas". Here the mountains emerge through a symphony of blues, from the deepest indigo to the palest azure, evoking a sense of serenity. A bright cadmium yellow is at the top left corner, which may be the sun. Roerich's composition is structured around horizontal bands that create a layered effect, emphasizing the grandeur of the mountain range. Roerich was deeply influenced by theosophy and Eastern mysticism. His engagement with these beliefs led him to see art as a spiritual practice, an exploration of inner landscapes and a reflection of cosmic harmonies. The simplified forms and vibrant colors reflect an attempt to move beyond surface appearances. Through this, it communicates a deeper, more universal truth about the relationship between humanity and nature. The use of color and form serves not merely as aesthetic choices but as signifiers of deeper philosophical and spiritual inquiries. They allow us to consider art as a means of exploring fundamental questions about our existence.

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