Artist: Nicholas Roerich
Title: In Far East
Medium: Colour lithograph
Size: 10.4 x 15.5 cms
Year: 1904
Description:
Nicholas Roerich’s In Far East (1904) captures the clash of Japanese samurai and Russian warriors, symbolizing the turbulence of the Russo-Japanese War. The lithograph blends historical accuracy with allegorical intensity, reflecting cultural traditions of both nations. The work speaks to themes of courage, conflict, and resilience, urging viewers to reflect on the destructive yet transformative power of war and cultural encounter.
