“Guardian of the Entrance,” created by Nicholas Roerich in 1927, is a mythological painting rendered in tempera on canvas. This artwork is part of the Symbolism art movement and resides in a private collection.
The artwork showcases a figure enshrined in flames, standing as a sentinel before a mountain pass. The surroundings are characterized by vibrant colors, with hues of red, yellow, and purple prominently dominating the mountainous landscape. The figure appears to be a mythical or spiritual guardian, embodying a protective presence in the midst of dramatic natural scenery. The scene exudes a sense of mysticism and reverence, embodying the symbolic essence of guardianship and entrance into an enigmatic realm.
