Boats 1901

"Boats" is a 1901 painting by Nicholas Roerich, a renowned Russian artist known for his mystical and symbolic works. The painting depicts a lone boat with a red sail, carrying numerous figures, likely warriors, against a backdrop of a village and a rippling sea. Roerich's use of vibrant colors and stylized forms is characteristic of his artistic style, often associated with Symbolism and Art Nouveau movements. The scene evokes a sense of ancient history, adventure, and possibly spiritual quest, themes often explored in Roerich's art.