Nicholas Roerich, (October 9, 1874 - December 13, 1947) also known as Nikolai Konstantinovich Rerikh (misspelled surname) (Russian: Николай Константинович Рерих), was a Russian painter, theosophist and philosopher. He was the father of Tibetologist George de Roerich (a.k.a. Yuri Roerich) and artist Svetoslav Roerich. Nicholas and his wife Helena Roerich were co-founders of the Agni Yoga Society. Born in pre-revolutionary Saint Petersburg, Russia to the family of a well-to-do notary public, he lived around the world until his death in Punjab, India. Trained as an artist and a lawyer, his interests lay in literature, philosophy, archaeology and especially art. (via Wikipedia)
Spouse:
Helena Roerich
Place of Death:
Punjab, India
Occupation:
painter, archeologist, ballet costume and set designer
Name:
Nicholas Roerich
Nationality:
Russia
Children:
George de Roerich
Svetoslav Roerich
Birthplace:
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Birth Date:
Oct 9, 1874
Death Date:
Dec 13, 1947