Study 1901

"Study," a 1901 charcoal drawing by Nicholas Roerich, depicts a man in traditional clothing, bending down with his head bowed. The figure's pose and the artist's use of shading create a sense of introspection and contemplation. Roerich, known for his paintings inspired by Russian folklore and history, employed a realist style in this work, highlighting the details of the subject's clothing and posture. The drawing is a testament to Roerich's early explorations of figure studies, capturing the essence of human form and emotion with striking simplicity.