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Jul. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) "Year of the Pig"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) "Year of the Pig" Original Original Watercolor on paper painting. Documentation attached verso. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Federated States of Micronesia 50c Happy New Year 1995 Souvenir Sheet issued January 2, 1995. Sincerity. Honesty. Tolerance. These are the personality traits attributed to those born during the Year of the Pig. One of 12 different animals representing the 12-year repeating cycle of the Chinese lunar calendar, the pig reigns supreme in 1995. Many legends offer explanations for how these creatures became associated with the calendar. One states that the Heavenly Jade Emperor summoned all the world's animals to participate in a race. The first 12 to complete the challenge were chosen to represent each of the different years, which were assigned by the order in which the animals finished. The pig came in 12th, capturing last place. Perhaps this explains why those born during the Year of the Pig appear to be sedate and easy going! People whose birth years are represented by the pig are also believed to be good companions and serious goal-setters. Image Size: 7.75 x 12.5 in. Overall Size: 11.75 x 16.5 in. Unframed. (B14934)
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Jul. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Spotted Water Beetle"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Spotted Water Beetle" Signed and stamped lower left. Original Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This watercolor appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Spotted Water Beetle Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Aquatic beetles include whirligig beetles (family Gyrinidae), water scavenger beetles (family Hydrophilidae) and diving beetles, or true water beetles (family Dytiscidae). Native to temperate and tropical regions throughout the world, whirligig beetles spend most of their lives on the water's surface. Named for their characteristic whirligig dances, these unusual insects congregate in large numbers, rushing in zig-zag paths past one another. There are over 450 species of whirligig beetles. Abundant in warm, marshy areas of the world, water scavenger beetles are awkward swimmers, using first the middle and hind legs of one side, then those of the other. About 2,000 species of water scavenger beetles are known to exist. Widespread in quiet streams and ponds, diving beetles range up to two inches in length. Characterized by smooth, oval bodies and hairy, oarlike hind legs, diving beetles have hardened wing covers that form a cavity above the body. Air is trapped in the cavity, allowing the beetle to breathe while submersed. The ferocious-looking larvae sports huge fangs, earning it the nickname "water tiger." There are over 2,500 species of diving beetles. Image Size: 14.25 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 14.25 x 13.75 in. Unframed. (B16501)
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Jul. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Periodical Cicada"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Periodical Cicada" Signed lower left. Original Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This watercolor appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Periodical Cicada Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. The steady hum and loud shrill of the Cicada is a familiar sound in late summer. The males create this noise with platelike organs on their thorax. The females of most species are mute. These insects are characterized by a stout body, blunt head and two pairs of membranous wings. The front wings are longer than the rear wings and extend beyond the insect's abdomen. The life cycle of the Cicada begins when the female cuts slits in young twigs, where it deposits its eggs. The wingless, scaly young soon hatch, drop to the ground and burrow into the soil. As nymphs, depending on the species and the latitude, they live underground from 4 to 20 years, surviving by feeding on juices sucked from roots. When the nymphs are full-grown, they begin to climb the tree. Their skin splits down the back and adult Cicadas emerge. Newly formed adults typically live about one week -- just long enough to mate and start another brood. There are about 2,000 Cicada species distributed throughout the world's tropical and temperate regions, while 180 are found in North America. The Periodical Cicada is one of America's most abundant species and has the longest known life cycle of any insect. Size: 14.75 x 12 in. Unframed. (B16511)
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Jul. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Velvet Ant"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Velvet Ant" Signed upper right. Original Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Velvet Ant Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Belonging to the order Hymenoptera, some 3,000 species of Velvet Ant live in desert regions around the world. Most common during midsummer, Velvet Ants are usually seen during the cooler parts of the day. Their bodies and antennae are completely covered with short, velvetlike hairs that are patterned in combinations of black and bright orange, yellow, golden, white or scarlet. Scientists aren't sure why Velvet Ants are blanketed with distinctive hairs, but many think this hair may act as an insulating layer against the heat of sun and sand. Velvet Ants are actually wasps. The misleading name originated because the wingless female closely resembles an ant. Velvet Ants are parasitic on the larvae and pupae of other insects, with some preying exclusively on other hunting wasps! Heavily armored with unusually thick and hard outer coverings, female Velvet Ants are well-suited for invading bee hives and wasp nests. After copulation, the female usually enters a bee's nest. Here she feasts on honey and deposits each of her eggs into individual bee pupal cocoons. The larvae feed on the bee pupae, then emerge as adult Velvet Ants. Size: 14.25 x 12.75 in. Unframed. (B16508)
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May. 17, 2020
Yan Bingwu (B. 1954) "The Louvre"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) "The Louvre" Watercolor on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. The Louvre is located in Paris, the capital of France. The Louvre Palace, now the Louvre Museum, is one of the largest and most grandiose imperial buildings in the world. First built during the reign of Philip II, it has been expanded in the past centuries to a magnificent palace complex. It is now the National Art Gallery of France, and a precious treasure for all mankind. Image Size: 12 x 11 in. Overall Size: 15.5 x 14.5 in. Unframed. (B16139)
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May. 17, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Ebony Jewelwing"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Ebony Jewelwing" Signed lower left. Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Ebony Jewelwing Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. The male Ebony Jewelwing -- or black-winged damselfly -- is easily identified by its solid black wings, while the female's wings are much lighter in color, or sometimes transparent. The membranous, net-veined wings lend the Ebony Jewelwing its delicate appearance. Unlike dragonflies that rest with their wings outstretched, jewelwings are identified by the way their wings fold together over their backs. The jewelwing's front and hind wings are similar in shape and size -- another important characteristic of these unique creatures. Ebony Jewelwings inhabit flowing streams and rivers, where they feed on mosquitoes, gnats, midges and other insects. Sweeping down on prey in a manner similar to that of hawks, jewelwings seize insects with their legs before tearing them apart with their powerful jaws. Ebony Jewelwings lay their eggs on or near water. The nymphs of the Ebony Jewelwing are aquatic, and breathe by means of gills located at the end of the abdomen. The gills are also used to propel the nymphs through the water, where they feed on various species of insect larvae. Nymphs are beneficial to the stream ecosystem, providing an important food source for fish and birds. Image Size: 13.5 x 11.5 in. Overall Size: 14.25 x 12.25 in. Unframed. (B16507)
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May. 17, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Assassin Bug"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Assassin Bug" Signed lower right. Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Assassin Bug Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Belonging to the order Heteroptera, some 4,000 species of the Assassin Bug are known to exist. Widespread throughout the world, they are most commonly found in tropical and subtropical areas. Most Assassin Bugs live outdoors, residing on trees and flowers or beneath stones. They can also be found indoors on old walls and in outhouses. Ranging in size from a few millimeters to three or four centimeters, Assassin Bugs are usually black or dark brown. Some, however, are brightly colored. Each is characterized by a narrow head connected to the body by a thin neck. The Assassin Bug derives its name from the speed and efficiency it displays when grabbing and poisoning prey. First, the Assassin Bug's curved beak pierces the victim's body. Next, a highly toxic saliva is injected that dissolves the muscles and tissues. The Assassin Bug then uses its beak like a straw to suck up the liquefied substance. Depending on the size of the prey, the Assassin Bug may live off it for days or weeks. After such a meal, the deadly predator may double its body weight. Some species have been known to attack humans, causing painful bites and spreading debilitating disease. Size: 14.25 x 11.75 in. Unframed. (B16506)
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Apr. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Spinybacked Spider"
Est: $300 - $600
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Spinybacked Spider" Signed lower left. Original Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This watercolor appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Spinybacked Spider Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Abundant in temperate regions such as Florida, the Spinybacked Spider -- Gastercantha cancriformis -- is one of America's most colorful and easily identified spiders. The dorsum of the abdomen is usually white with contrasting black spots. Large red spines appear on the margin, hence the common name, Spinybacked Spider. It deceives its prey as it hangs head down in the center of its web, looking like a small piece of leaf, a chip of wood or a piece of fruit. Tufts of silk are woven into its web to prevent birds from flying into them. When this spider takes down its web to build a new one, it ingests the old silk -- a valuable source of protein. Spiders manufacture silk from the silk glands located in the abdomen. Each gland produces a different kind of silk for various uses, such as wrapping captured prey, building the egg sac when breeding, and web construction. When a spider begins to build a web, it releases a silk thread that is carried by wind and attaches to an object such as a twig. The spider secures the thread and crosses the newly formed bridge, reinforcing the other end. It then crawls toward the center of the thread, which becomes the hub of the web structure. Size: 14.25 x 12 in. Unframed. (B16494)
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Apr. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "E. Hercules Beetle"
Est: $300 - $600
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Eastern Hercules Beetle" Signed upper right. Original Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This watercolor appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Eastern Hercules Beetle Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. The Eastern Hercules Beetles -- Dynastes tityus -- belong to the Scarabaeida family and the subfamily Dynastinae. Other beetles of this subfamily -- which include some of the largest North American beetles -- are the rhinoceros beetle and elephant beetle. The Eastern Hercules Beetle -- also known as the unicorn beetle -- is the largest of the eastern species. Greenish-gray and mottled with black, this insect is common in the southeast, and ranges as far north as southern Ohio and Indiana. Like other scarab beetles, the Eastern Hercules Beetle has an ovate, stout body and makes a loud buzzing when it flies. Scarab beetles are scavengers and typically feed on decaying vegetation, or on the dung from grazing animals. They're important in recycling organic matter and disposing of disease-breeding waste. When breeding, the male and female work together to roll dung into a ball. Once the dung is buried, the female shreds it and molds it into a solid cone-shaped mass, tamping the surface until it becomes hard. The cone neck is left hollow and an egg is laid in the cavity. When the larva hatches, it feeds on the cone until only the hard outer rind remains. Image Size: 13.75 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 14.75 x 12.25 in. Unframed. (B16498)
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Apr. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Flying Insect"
Est: $300 - $600
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Flying Insect" Signed lower left. Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Insects and Spiders Se-tenant Sheet of 20 Classic Collection Series stamps issued October 1, 1999. The insect and spider kingdom includes some of the world's most fascinating creatures, which are extremely important in maintaining the balance of nature. Although some species are destructive to mankind, many others are beneficial. Most insects and spiders provide sustenance for larger creatures, thus perpetuating the life cycle of all the Earth's wildlife. The habitat of insects and spiders includes grasslands, meadows, trees, shrubs, ponds and streams. Many species pollinate flowering plants, thereby ensuring the plant's reproduction. The Dung Beetle and Eastern Hercules Beetle are known as scarabs and help keep soil fertile for cultivation. Spiders like the Black Widow, the Yellow Garden Spider and the Jumping Spider spin webs that capture garden pests. Insects like the Periodical Cicada and the True Katydid produce familiar summer songs, while the Ebony Jewelwing, Lady Beetle and Monarch Butterfly are delicate specimens of nature's sublime beauty. Size: 14.25 x 11.75 in. Unframed. (B16512)
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Apr. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Elderberry Longhorn"
Est: $300 - $600
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Elderberry Longhorn" Signed lower right. Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Elderberry Longhorn Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Longhorn beetles belong to the Cerambycidae family, and are identified by elongated, cylindrical bodies. A distinctive characteristic of many of these insects is their long antennae, inserted between the eyes and base of the mandible. Many species are brightly colored, like the Elderberry Longhorn -- Desmocerus palliatus -- which displays bright yellow along its back. Because the longhorn beetles' larvae feed on the branches and trunks of dead or dying plants, these insects are destructive to trees and shrubs. Longhorn beetles of the genus Oncideres are notorious for ringing branches -- cutting curved lines in the bark. They bite off the bark piece by piece, sometimes gnawing out a thick layer of wood. The ringed part of the branch dies and the female lays from 3 to 40 eggs, each in its own specially made hole in the bark. The larvae develop inside the dead plant. The Elderberry Longhorn is found among elderberry shrubs, and bores into the plant's root and stem tissue. Also known as elder borers, these insects lay their eggs in the dead wood of these deciduous shrubs. Longhorn beetles of the genus Anoplodera and Desmocerus are often seen on flowers, and typically display yellow, red or black markings. Image Size: 14 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 14.25 x 12.25 in. Unframed. (B16510)
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Apr. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Scorpionfly"
Est: $300 - $600
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Scorpionfly" Signed lower right. Original Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Scorpionfly Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Scorpionflies belong to the order Mecoptera, which contains the families of Panorpidae, Bittacidae and Boreidae. These unusual insects derive their name from the modified tips of the male abdomens in the family Panorpidae. Somewhat resembling a scorpion's tail, the fearsome-looking, pincerlike appendage is not poisonous. Surprisingly, this unusual structure contains the male's reproductive organs! During courtship, the male offers sweet, protein rich saliva to the female. Many scientists believe this is to keep the female from consuming the male! While the female is distracted by his offerings, the male uses his pincer-tail to pull her towards him for copulation. After mating, the female deposits her eggs into soil where they develop into larvae that feed on decaying plant and animal material. Members of the family Bittacidae, the hanging Scorpionflies, are so named because they hang freely from plant stems, waiting for small insects to pass by their long, slender legs. Without warning, the last joints of their legs can snap back on the preceding joints to trap unwary prey. Members of the family Boreidae, snow Scorpionflies can be seen hopping and clambering about on the snow as they search for small insects and dead vegetation to consume. Size: 14.75 x 11.75 in. Unframed. (B16505)
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Apr. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Jumping Spider"
Est: $300 - $600
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Jumping Spider" Signed upper right. Original Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33c Jumping Spider Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Belonging to the Salticidae family, Jumping Spiders are distinguished from other spiders by four large eyes on the face and four smaller eyes on top of the head. More than 5,000 species of Jumping Spiders are known to exist around the world. Approximately 100 species of Jumping Spiders belong to the Habronattus genus, composed of primarily ground-dwelling, medium-sized salticids that are highly-ornamented. Most are ground-dwellers, preferring open ground with sparse vegetation, including dry leaf litter and sandy areas. Habronattus americanus are some of the most colorful species of Jumping Spiders. The males are known for their intriguing courtship displays that consist of elaborate dances. In addition, scientists believe the spiders' beautiful patterns and superb vision play an important role in their courtship behavior. The eyes of Jumping Spiders are among the best in invertebrate animals, providing them with unsurpassed depth and focus. Much like cats, they use their excellent vision to locate and stalk prey before pouncing. Incredibly, Jumping Spiders can jump more than 50 times the length of their bodies! Size: 14.25 x 12 in. Unframed. (B16495)
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Apr. 05, 2020
Yan Bingwu (B. 1954) "The Forbidden City"
Est: $300 - $600
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) "The Forbidden City" Original Watercolor on Illustration Board painting. Documentation attached verso. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. The Imperial Palace of China is located in Beijing. Also called the Forbidden City, it encompasses the imperial palaces of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The symmetrical, grandiose and magnificent Forbidden City is the world's largest and most complete ancient wood-structure complex. The Forbidden City is now a precious treasure owned by all mankind. Image Size: 13 x 11.5 in. Overall Size: 15.5 x 14.5 in. Unframed. (B16138)
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Mar. 01, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Bombardier Beetle"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Bombardier Beetle" Signed lower left. Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33¢ Bombardier Beetle Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Ground beetles are members of the Carabidae family -- one of the largest and most abundant beetle families. Species include Chlaenius, Calosoma, Scarites and Brachinus. Although many ground beetles are nocturnal and hide in dark places during the day, others are frequently seen among vegetation or flowers. Both adults and larvae of ground beetle species are beneficial to man, feeding on garden pests like gypsy moth larvae, cankerworms and cutworms. The Calosoma species are known as caterpillar hunters. These insects often climb trees or shrubs in search of prey. A distinctive characteristic of many ground beetles is the emission of an unpleasant odor when handled. When disturbed, Bombardier Beetles of the Brachinus species spray an explosive jet of scalding hot fluid from the tip of their abdomen. The pygidial glands produce two different chemical substances that are stored in separate chambers closed off by muscular valves. When attacked, the Bombardier Beetle releases these substances into a reaction chamber, creating the irritant spray. Even birds and reptiles quickly spit out the Bombardier Beetle as soon as the foul-smelling, corrosive, burning secretions contact their mouths. Image Size: 14.25 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 14.25 x 12.25 in. Unframed. (B16499)
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Mar. 01, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Flower Fly"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Flower Fly" Signed lower left. Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33¢ Flower Fly Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. Belonging to the Syrphidae family, Flower Flies are classified into some 285 different genera of closely related species. Ranging in size from 4mm to over 25mm, these conspicuous insects range in color from bright orange or yellow, to gray or black, including a few iridescent forms. Although they're harmless, many Flower Flies resemble stinging wasps and bees. Scientists believe this coloration, known as Batesian mimicry, exists because it serves as an effective deterrent to predators. The uncanny resemblance of some Flower Flies to bees has been noted since ancient times. The story of Samson and the lion in the Old Testament, and the writings of Aristotle and Ovid, mention bees breeding in decaying carcasses. Today, scientists believe this was a classic case of mistaken identity. Although bees never incubate in such a manner, some varieties of Flower Flies do. Abundant on flowers, as their name implies, Flower Flies are pollinators of major importance. Flower Flies live entirely on nectar and honeydew they suck up through their extended proboscises. Agile fliers, they hover when feeding. Gliding rapidly from side to side, Flower Flies are able to quickly move up or down to adjust their position. Image Size: 13.75 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 14.75 x 12.25 in. Unframed. (B16504)
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Mar. 01, 2020
Yan Bingwu & Yang Wenqing "Dogbane Beetle"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) & Yang Wenqing (Chinese, B. 1951) "Dogbane Beetle" Signed lower right. Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the 33¢ Dogbane Beetle Classic Collection Series stamp issued October 1, 1999. The Dogbane is a species of leaf beetle from the family Chrysomelidae and is one of 1,400 species found in North America. Classified as Chrysochus auratus, the Dogbane Beetle is ovoid in shape and boasts antennae about half as long as its body. Although many leaf beetles feed on the leaves of specific plants, the Dogbane Beetle consumes plant roots instead of leaves. Leaf beetles proceed through four distinct stages in their life cycle -- egg, larva, pupa and adult. They lay eggs in groups on the underside of food plant leaves. Depending on the temperature, the eggs hatch in two to seven days and soon afterwards the tiny larvae begin feeding on their nutrient-rich eggshells. When all the eggshells are consumed, the larvae start to eat the leaves of the host plant. The next stage of the cycle is the pupa stage, in which the larvae enter an inactive state of metamorphosis, after which they emerge as adults, the final stage of their life cycle. The Dogbane Beetle's life cycle differs from the typical leaf beetle. The adults lay their eggs on the underside of dogbane leaves, where they're enclosed in a cone of fecal matter that the hatching larvae must chew through to escape. Yan Bingqu, a native of Beijing, was born in 1954. He is a master of art and craft as a stamp designer at the Department of Ministry of Posts Telecommunications. He won the best stamp painting award both in 1980 and 1982. His main works of stamp paintings are "Chinese Ancient Scientists", "Chinese Ancient Bronze Vessels", "Mountain Tai" and "Scenery of Emei Mountain." The commemorative stamp "Dr. Norman Bethune" he painted was adopted by Canadian government. His art works were sent several times to exhibitions at home and abroad and collected by National Art Gallery. He is a member of the Beijing Artists Association. Yang Wenqing was born in Beijing in 1951. He graduated from the oil painting department of the Central Academy of Fine Arts in 1978. Beginning in 1986, Yang became a professional stamp artist. His stunning designs included many of China's scenic mountains and rivers, including Husashan Mountain, the two Hengshan mountains, the Changjiang River and the Yangtze River. Image Size: 14.75 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 14.75 x 12.25 in. Unframed. (B16497)
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Mar. 01, 2020
Yan Bingwu (B. 1954) "Temple of Heaven"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) "Temple of Heaven" Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Federated States of Micronesia 50¢ Temple of Heaven, Beijing Souvenir Sheet issued September 14, 1995. Dating to 1420, this impressive structure is located in southern Beijing. Its northern semi-circular section and rectangular wing to the south represent the age-old belief that heaven is round and the earth is square. Within the Temple of Heaven complex is the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests which was visited by emperors during each winter solstice. There these rulers prayed for fruitful growing seasons and offered sacrifices to that end. In 1889, this building was destroyed by lightning, however it was rebuilt the following year. Amazingly, not a single nail was used in its construction. Another sacred structure within the complex is the Hall of the Vault of Heaven. Interestingly, this hall's outer wall is also known as Echo Wall, for even the quietest voices reverberate across it. To the south of the Hall of the Vault of Heaven lies the Round Altar which was built around the figure nine -- a symbol of religious significance. Outside, lush gardens beautifully complement the Temple of Heaven complex. Image Size: 6.75 x 11 in. Overall Size: 10.5 x 14.5 in. Unframed. (B15073)
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Mar. 01, 2020
Yan Bingwu (B. 1954) "The Forbidden City"
Est: $200 - $400
Yan Bingwu (Chinese, B. 1954) "The Forbidden City and the Louvre" Watercolor on Silk/Rice Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. The Imperial Palace of China and Louvre Palace of France are located in Beijing and Paris, respectively, the capitals of the two countries. The Imperial Palace, also called the Forbidden City, contains the imperial palaces of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The symmetrical, grandiose and magnificent Forbidden City is the world's largest and most complete ancient wood-structure complex. Now a museum, Louvre Palace is one of the largest and grandest imperial buildings in the world. First built during the reign of Philip II, it has been expanded in past centuries into a magnificent palace complex. It is now the National Art Gallery of France. The Imperial Palace and Louvre Palace, two world-famous ancient buildings, are now precious treasures of all mankind. Image Size: 13.25 x 12 in. Overall Size: 15.5 x 14.5 in. Unframed. (B16140)
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