The artwork is titled “Malong” and was created by Nicholas Roerich in 1912. It utilizes a combination of watercolor, cardboard, and tempera as its mediums and is categorized under the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. The genre of the piece is design and it is currently housed in the Bakhrushin Theater Museum in Moscow, Russia.
“Malong” features a detailed portrayal of a figure clothed in ornate medieval armor and attire. The character is donned in an intricately patterned chainmail shirt, a richly decorated tunic beneath, and a long green cloak draped over the shoulders. The figure is further adorned with a carefully designed belt holding a sword, and a helmet that completes the regal ensemble. The vibrant use of colors, such as the deep blue of the cloak’s lining, the red of the stockings, and the gold accents, demonstrates Roerich’s mastery in blending mediums to achieve a harmonic and dramatic effect, reflecting the design sensibilities of the Art Nouveau period.
