Building bridges from Russia to Asia: Roerich’s guiding spirituality in art
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Abstract
Nicholas Roerich was a multifaceted visionary—painter, philosopher, archaeologist, poet, and spiritual thinker—whose work intertwined art with spirituality. Early influenced by Russian cosmism and Eastern wisdom, his vibrant paintings depicted spiritual landscapes, legends, and sacred sites, aiming to inspire enlightenment and unity. Roerich produced 7,000 paintings and numerous writings while advocating for cultural preservation and peace. His "League of Culture" prefigured UNESCO, emphasizing art, education, and heritage protection. Following his affinity, he settled in India in 1929, where he founded the Himalayan Institute, leaving a legacy for self perfection with institutions worldwide continuing his mission for knowledge and spiritual advancement.
Presenter Biography
Emmanuele Goulon, earned her PHD from the Sorbonne. Dedicated to interdisciplinary projects, she established a comparative interdisciplinary artistic grid. Her research on the evolution of human thought through artistic manifestations brought her to the polymath Nicholas Roerich and his Corona Mundi project, the trust of her research at the CSWR.