Sergius of Radonezh 1932

Nicholas Roerich’s 1932 painting “Sergius of Radonezh” depicts the Russian Orthodox saint in a stylized, symbolic manner. Sergius, the founder of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra monastery, is rendered in a monumental, almost icon-like fashion, holding a model of a church and standing before a background cityscape. The all-seeing eye in the sky, a common Roerich motif, represents divine providence. Roerich’s unique style, blending elements of Russian iconography with Art Deco influences, creates a powerful image of faith and spiritual leadership.