The artwork, titled “Tmutarakan,” is a 1919 creation by the artist Nicholas Roerich. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is classified as a sketch and study within its genre. This particular piece is housed at the Nicholas Roerich Museum in New York City, NY, US.
In the artwork, a detailed pencil sketch depicts an ancient, perhaps fictional or historical, townscape. The architecture is characterized by intricate designs, with structures featuring ornate facades and traditional elements, indicative of a bygone era or cultural setting. Buildings with pointed roofs and detailed windows line the narrow street, leading the viewer’s eyes towards a distant, larger building that appears to be a significant structure, perhaps a temple or fortress. The overall composition and attention to architectural details suggest a careful study and appreciation of historical or cultural motifs by the artist.
