Procopius the Righteous removes a cloud of stone from the Great Ustyug 1913

"Procopius the Righteous removes a cloud of stone from the Great Ustyug" is a 1913 drawing by Nicholas Roerich depicting the legendary Russian saint Procopius, the patron saint of the city of Veliky Ustyug, lifting a cloud of stones from the city. Roerich was a well-known Russian artist and philosopher, and his artwork often explored themes of spirituality and the relationship between humanity and nature. Roerich used a simple black and white palette to create a dramatic and atmospheric scene that conveys the power of Procopius's faith. This drawing is a powerful example of Roerich's ability to capture the mystical and spiritual aspects of Russian culture and tradition.