The artwork titled “Ice Sphinx” was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1938. Firmly situated within the Symbolism art movement, this painting falls under the genre of landscape.
The artwork depicts a majestic and enigmatic mountain, largely covered with snow and ice, reminiscent of a sphinx figure. The central mountain stands tall and dominant against a serene sky, evoking a sense of mystery and grandeur. Its sharp edges and lucid angularity are emphasized by the contrasting blue and white hues. The surrounding mountain ranges, painted in shades of blue, are bathed in shadow, highlighting the prominence of the central peak. Roerich’s masterful use of color and form imbues the landscape with a solemn, almost otherworldly quality, characteristic of his symbolic style.
