# 165 morning morning (Alarm skies) Roerich N.K. (Part 4)

The composition presents a landscape dominated by a monochromatic palette of blues and whites. Here we observe layered mountain ranges receding into the distance, their forms softened and indistinct, suggesting vastness and remoteness. The artist employed a limited range of tones within each layer, creating a sense of atmospheric perspective where cooler hues indicate greater depth.
Above the mountains, a sky filled with billowing clouds occupies the upper portion of the canvas. These formations are rendered in thick, textured brushstrokes of white and pale blue, contrasting with the darker blues of the landscape below. The clouds appear dynamic, hinting at movement and perhaps an impending weather change – the title Alarm Skies suggests this potential for disruption or foreboding.
The absence of human presence or any discernible signs of civilization contributes to a feeling of solitude and contemplation. The painting evokes a sense of awe in the face of natures power, while simultaneously creating a mood of quiet melancholy. The simplification of forms and the restricted color scheme lend an almost dreamlike quality to the scene, blurring the line between observation and emotional response.
Subtly, there is a tension present – the lightness of the sky contrasts with the weight of the mountains, suggesting a precarious balance or a latent energy within the natural world. The painting seems less concerned with precise representation than with conveying an emotional state linked to the experience of witnessing such a landscape.