Captors of fire
- Artist
- Nicholas Roerich
- Date
- 1938
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Landscape
- Location
- State Museum of Oriental Art
"Captors of Fire" is a powerful Landscape painting that employs Tempera on Canvas to depict a scene steeped in Symbolism. The work explores themes related to the laws of war, illustrating the tension between human conflict and moral restraint. Its vivid imagery symbolizes the struggle for control over destructive forces, prompting reflection on the principles of distinction and proportionality. The Landscape composition emphasizes the somber dignity of wartime restraint amidst chaos, resonating with the ongoing dialogue about the laws of war.
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