Han Meilin (Chinese, B. 1936) "Doves" Signed lower right. Ink on Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation.
This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 29c Love stamp issued February 14, 1994.
Doves inhabit deserts, farmland and open woodlands, and are often seen in flocks. This bird feeds on wild seeds, shrubs, acorns, nuts, cactus fruits and occasionally insects. The Dove sports grayish-brown plumage with large white patches on its wings. A long, fan-shaped tail is a distinct identifying mark, making this species easy to spot in the field. Because the Dove inhabits arid regions, it sometimes flies for miles to find water, usually arriving at the watering hole in the early morning or late evening. These scarce sources of water attract not only songbirds and doves, but predators as well, so Doves seldom fly directly to the water's edge, but land first in nearby trees or shrubs. After surveying the scene, it warily approaches the water and may swallow one or two long drafts before taking flight again.
Image Diameter: 13 in.
Overall Size: 20.75 x 20.75 in.
Unframed.
(B08384)
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