Mountain landscape 1969

Martiros Sarian created this 46 by 62 cm oil on canvas titled "Mountain Landscape". The composition is arranged into horizontal bands that structure our perception of space. Sarian uses a limited color palette and simple forms to convey the essence of the landscape, evoking a sense of serenity and contemplation. Notice how the mountain looms large, its triangular form dominating the upper right, creating a focal point. The terrain is depicted through flat planes and minimal detail, which flattens the perspective and emphasizes the two-dimensionality of the canvas. This simplification allows us to engage with the landscape not as a literal representation but as an arrangement of forms and colors. The interplay between abstraction and representation challenges conventional ways of seeing. Sarian invites us to consider the fundamental elements of painting – color, shape, and line – and how they can evoke a sense of place and mood. By distilling the landscape to its essential forms, Sarian encourages a deeper appreciation for the formal qualities of art.