Tanabata
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Bertha Boynton Lum's Tanabata into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Bertha Boynton Lum's Tanabata is a mesmerizing woodblock print that transports viewers to a dreamlike world of Japanese folklore. Created circa 1912-1925 during Lum's prolific period in Japan, this work exemplifies the delicate fusion of Western Art Nouveau aesthetics with traditional Japanese ukiyo-e techniques—characterized by flowing lines, intricate patterns, and a muted yet evocative color palette. Influenced by the Tanabata festival, which celebrates the celestial reunion of star-crossed lovers Orihime and Hikoboshi, the print captures a quiet, lyrical moment, likely depicting young girls crafting wishes on bamboo branches. Lum, one of the few Western women to master Japanese woodblock printing, carved and printed her works herself—a rarity that elevated her status in the early 20th-century arts and crafts movement. Tanabata remains significant as a bridge between Eastern and Western printmaking traditions, offering a rare female perspective in a male-dominated field.
For interior styling, Tanabata lends itself beautifully to serene, contemplative spaces. Its soft indigos, creams, and earth tones harmonize with minimalist or Japandi-inspired decor—pair it with natural materials like rattan, washi paper, or light oak furniture. In a home office, consider framing it in a slim black or gold frame to accentuate its delicate lines, and hang it at eye level near a reading nook for a focal point. Its intimate scale (typical of Lum's prints, often under 12x18 inches) suits smaller walls or gallery groupings with other nature-themed art. For color echoes, incorporate dusty blue textiles or dried floral arrangements. Avoid clashing with bold patterns; let its ethereal quality shine by keeping surrounding decor understated yet tactile.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
