Kurumkan 

Mikhail Olennikov painted "Kurumkan" with oil on canvas. The towering mountain range dominates the composition, evoking a sense of awe and reverence deeply rooted in human consciousness. Mountains are universal symbols of aspiration and spiritual transcendence. From Mount Olympus, the home of the Greek gods, to Mount Sinai, where Moses received the Ten Commandments, mountains have long been viewed as sacred spaces, connecting the earthly and divine realms. This symbolic ascent transcends cultures, appearing in various mythologies and religious traditions as the ultimate test of faith and perseverance. The cool hues and stark, almost brutal lines lend the scene a formidable and somewhat melancholic air. These peaks, silent witnesses to the passage of time, evoke a profound sense of solitude and the sublime. Such imagery resonates deeply, stirring primal emotions and reminding us of nature's enduring power. The motif of the mountain continues to evolve, adapted to reflect new spiritual and cultural insights.