Roerich N.K. – Chart sprang good (boxes)
1914. Tempera on canvas. 312 x 161 cm.
Location: Gorlovka Art Museum. Ukraine
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Within this framework, several avian figures are depicted. Two prominent birds perch atop the upper extensions of the foliage, their bodies rendered in a vibrant orange-red. These figures appear humanoid, with discernible limbs and what might be interpreted as faces, though details remain ambiguous. Below them, two more birds, similarly colored, occupy the central space, positioned diagonally across from one another. A cluster of smaller, stylized bird forms are situated near the bottom edge, adding to the overall sense of abundance and repetition.
The circular motif at the paintings center is particularly intriguing. It contains a complex arrangement of symbols – a swirling pattern overlaid with what appears to be an abstracted glyph or character. The color palette here shifts to blues and greens, providing a visual contrast against the warmer tones elsewhere in the composition.
The work’s subtexts suggest a preoccupation with cyclical themes – rebirth, growth, and perhaps even esoteric knowledge. The symmetrical structure reinforces this sense of balance and order, while the stylized figures evoke a feeling of ritual or ceremony. The ambiguous nature of the humanoid birds hints at a blurring of boundaries between human and animal realms, potentially alluding to shamanistic practices or symbolic representations of transformation. The central glyph’s meaning remains elusive, but its prominent placement suggests it holds significant importance within the artists intended narrative. Overall, the painting conveys an atmosphere of mystery and invites contemplation on themes of nature, spirituality, and the interconnectedness of life.