The artwork titled “The King’s Gate with the gate canopy. Evangelists” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1907. It is executed in oil on wood, adhering to the Byzantine art movement. This religious painting, measuring 93 x 47 cm, is part of the Perm iconostasis series and is currently housed in the Perm State Art Gallery in Perm, Russia.
The artwork features two evangelists seated on ornate chairs with halos encircling their heads, signifying their sacred status. The figures are captured in a solemn and reverent posture, with each evangelist holding a book, presumably depicting the sacred scriptures. The gold background, characteristic of Byzantine iconography, emphasizes the divine nature of the subjects, creating a luminous and spiritual atmosphere. The rich, earthy tones of the figures’ robes contrast with the gold, drawing attention to the evangelists’ contemplative expressions and postures. The precise and deliberate brushwork reflects the traditional techniques and devotional purpose of Byzantine religious artwork.
