Wait 1917

"Wait" is a 1917 painting by Nicholas Roerich, a prominent Russian artist known for his mystical landscapes. The painting depicts a serene scene of a wooden hut, figures, and a mountainous landscape, all bathed in a warm, golden light that radiates from a luminous sky. The composition and color palette evoke a sense of spiritual transcendence and the power of nature, which were recurring themes in Roerich's art. Roerich's use of bold, flat colors and simple forms creates a sense of depth and monumentality. The painting exemplifies Roerich's artistic style known as "Roerichism," which incorporates elements of Symbolism, Art Nouveau, and traditional Russian iconography.