ARTIST: Chris Calle (American, born 1961)
NAME: Angelfish
YEAR: 1999
MEDIUM: mixed media on board
CONDITION: Excellent.
SIGHT SIZE: 8 x 7 inches / 20 x 17 cm
BOARD SIZE: 13 x 12 inches / 33 x 30 cm
SIGNATURE: lower right
NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 33c Angelfish, Hawkfish and Sea Anemone stamp issued June 24, 1999. Angelfish are very similar in appearance to butterflyfish, and at one time were classified in the same family. Both have a deep, compressed body, a small mouth with brushlike teeth, and a single, unnotched dorsal fin. They also display striking patterns of spectacular color. An inhabitant of the rich coral growth of clear lagoon and seaward reefs, the Flame Angelfish is identified by its flame-orange body with contrasting stripes and brilliant blue-tipped dorsal and anal fins. Easily startled, it prefers to stay near a sheltered area. A regular export from Majuro, the Flame Angelfish thrives in captivity as an aquarium fish, if given a sunlit tank with ample algal growth.
PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation.
CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online
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BIOGRAPHY:
The son of artist Paul Calle, Chris Calle studied painting and illustration at the University of Michigan School of Art and has become known both for his paintings and postage stamp designs.