The artwork, titled “Ledenets,” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1919. This piece belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is classified under the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork is a monochromatic sketch that features rudimentary lines and shapes, providing an initial, unrefined depiction of what appears to be a landscape scene. In the forefront, there are basic outlines of a hilly terrain with subtle curves and elevation changes. Prominently placed in the mid-foreground are the indistinct forms of what seem to be a tree and possibly a figure or structure. The background is dominated by more defined yet still simplistic shapes representing buildings or fortifications, creating a sense of architectural presence amidst the natural elements. Throughout the piece, Roerich applies a delicate touch, rendering the scene with a sense of transient lightness typical of preliminary studies.
