Issa and giant's head 1932

"Issa and giant's head" is a 1932 painting by Nicholas Roerich, known for his exploration of spirituality and symbolism. The painting depicts a lone figure, Issa, walking through a barren landscape, the vastness accentuated by towering mountains in the distance. In the foreground, a massive skull looms, serving as a stark reminder of mortality. The painting's dramatic colors and symbolic imagery convey a sense of isolation and contemplation. It is currently housed in the Nicholas Roerich Museum in New York City.