Perm iconostasis 1907

Nicholas Roerich's "Perm iconostasis" (1907), currently housed in the Perm State Art Gallery, is a traditional Russian iconostasis. This ornate structure serves as a divider between the altar and the nave of a church, representing the boundary between the earthly and the divine. The iconostasis is comprised of numerous icons depicting various biblical scenes and figures. Roerich's work, characteristic of his Neo-Byzantine style, showcases the artist's interest in religious art and his ability to fuse traditional iconography with his own artistic expression.