Saraha – the Blessed Arrow 1925

"Saraha – the Blessed Arrow" is a 1925 painting by Nicholas Roerich, renowned for his mystical landscapes. The artwork depicts a solitary figure, likely a Buddhist sage, seated in a mountainous landscape, clad in crimson robes against a backdrop of snow-capped peaks. The figure holds a bow and arrow, symbolizing both spiritual practice and the pursuit of enlightenment. Roerich's use of vibrant colors and stylized forms creates a sense of spiritual depth and evokes the serenity of the Himalayas, a region that deeply inspired the artist.