Study to "Krishna" 1933

Nicholas Roerich's 1933 "Study to 'Krishna'" depicts a striking landscape with a mountainous backdrop. The prominent purple hills are accented by blue peaks in the background, suggesting a mountainous region, likely in the Himalayas where Roerich spent time. The foreground features a cluster of stylized trees in various hues of white, pink, and black, symbolizing the blossoming of life against the stark backdrop. Roerich's use of bold colors and simplified forms, characteristic of his artistic style, create a sense of mystical energy and symbolic meaning. The painting's title implies it was created as a preliminary study for a larger work, potentially referencing the Hindu deity Krishna.