H. Eric Bergman, “White Morning” (1932)

The intricate artistry of wood engravings amazes me and Canada has its fair share of accomplished artists in this medium. Chief among them is H. Eric Bergman, who emigrated from Germany in 1913 and made Winnipeg, Manitoba his home throughout a highly productive career until his passing in 1958.  Images from the Canadian wilderness figure prominently in many of his very stylized and moody works.

H. Eric Bergman, “The Cascade” (1931)

H. Eric Bergman, “Moving Ice” (1934)

H. Eric Bergman, “Spirits of Past Wood” (1932)

H. Eric Bergman, “Steaming Up” (1935)

H. Eric Bergman, “Glacier Water” (1931)

H. Eric Bergman, “Whirling Water” (1939)

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