Red horses
- Artist
- Nicholas Roerich
- Date
- 1925
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Mythological painting
- Location
- Russia
"Red Horses" by Nikolai Konstantinovich Rerikh, or Nicholas Roerich, is a striking mythological painting rendered in tempera on canvas. Influenced by the Symbolism movement, Roerich's work often delves into spiritual and mystical themes, evident in the hypnotic expression of this piece. The vivid red horses evoke powerful mythological symbolism, blending dynamic movement with a dream-like atmosphere. Roerich's interest in spiritual practices and hypnosis informs the painting's hypnotic quality, creating an evocative and spiritually charged visual experience typical of his mythological works.
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