Bertha Lum was an American artist known for her color woodblock prints inspired by Japanese ukiyo-e techniques. After extended stays in Japan and China, she developed a distinctive style combining Eastern printmaking methods with Western subject matter and narrative themes.

Spirit of the Pele Volcano (1933) depicts a stylized female figure emerging from flowing, flame-like forms associated with volcanic activity. The composition uses flattened color areas and rhythmic contour lines characteristic of Lum’s mature woodcut practice.


Fine Art Giclée Print – Archival Quality - 11 x 17" Untrimmed - Ready to Frame

This museum-quality print is made with pigment-based, UltraChrome inks that deliver rich color and sharp detail and is printed on on acid-free, fine art paper. The result is a vibrant, long-lasting image, expected to last up to 200 years (color) or 400 years (black & white).


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