Ganges (Cold ravine) 1946

"Ganges (Cold Ravine)" is an oil painting by Nicholas Roerich, created in 1946. The artwork, currently housed in the Novosibirsk State Museum of Fine Arts, depicts a dramatic landscape of a narrow river winding through a deep, shadowed canyon, surrounded by towering mountains. Roerich's signature use of vibrant blues, greens, and yellows creates a mystical, almost spiritual atmosphere. The painting's bold, simplified forms and dramatic perspective evoke the grandeur and power of nature, reflecting Roerich's interest in the Himalayan region and its cultural significance.