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NICHOLAS ROERICH (1874-1947) LANDSCAPE, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT. WATERCOLOUR ON PAPER Size: 43cm x 37cm Provenance: Acquired from a British gentleman who frequently travelled and procured it from Shimla. Footnotes: Nicholas Roerich, also known as Nikolai Konstantinovich Rerikh, was a multifaceted Russian individual, distinguished as a painter, writer, archaeologist, theosophist, philosopher, and public figure. Influenced in his youth by Russian Symbolism, a cultural movement emphasizing spiritual themes, Roerich delved into various intellectual pursuits, including an avid interest in hypnosis and other spiritual practices, which is believed to be reflected in the hypnotic expression of his paintings.Born in Saint Petersburg to a well-to-do Baltic German father who was a notary public and a Russian mother, Roerich's life journey took him to diverse locations across the globe until his eventual demise in Naggar, Himachal Pradesh, India. Despite being trained as both an artist and a lawyer, his primary passions encompassed literature, philosophy, archaeology, and, notably, art itself.Roerich emerged as a committed advocate for the preservation of art and architecture during times of conflict, showcasing his dedication as an activist. His noteworthy contributions led to multiple nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize. Of particular significance is the Roerich Pact, which was enshrined into law by the United States and the majority of nations within the Pan-American Union in April 1935. This accord underscored the importance of safeguarding cultural treasures during armed conflicts, highlighting Roerich's enduring impact on the global cultural landscape.
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NICHOLAS ROERICH (1874-1947) LANDSCAPE, SIGNED BOTTOM RIGHT.
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