The Himalayas # 114 in the purple rays Roerich N.K. (Part 5)

Here we observe a landscape dominated by a monumental mountain range. The artist has rendered it with a deliberate simplification of form, eschewing detailed topographical representation in favor of broad planes of color. A deep blue-indigo defines the bulk of the mountains, while streaks and patches of rose-red highlight certain facets, suggesting an internal light source or perhaps the effect of late afternoon sunlight. Above this range, a lighter expanse of yellow-gold suggests either a sky illuminated by the setting sun or a distant, snow-capped peak.
The foreground is similarly treated with broad strokes of pale blue, creating a sense of atmospheric perspective and distance. The horizon line is low, emphasizing the sheer scale of the mountains and contributing to their imposing presence. A dark border frames the composition, further isolating the scene and intensifying its focus.
The painting’s color palette evokes a mood of quiet contemplation and grandeur. The use of cool blues juxtaposed with warmer reds creates a subtle tension that prevents the work from feeling static or predictable. The simplification of form lends an almost dreamlike quality to the landscape; it is less a literal depiction of a place, and more an evocation of its essence – a sense of vastness, solitude, and perhaps even spiritual significance.
Subtly, there’s a suggestion of emotional resonance within this scene. The intense colors, while beautiful, also carry a weight that hints at the sublime – the feeling of awe mixed with apprehension experienced when confronted by natures power. The artist seems less interested in documenting a specific location and more concerned with conveying an internal state through visual means.