Ren Yu (Chinese, B. 1945) "Thunia alba Orchid" Watercolor on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Federated States of Micronesia 32¢ Thunia alba stamp issued September 1, 1995. Native to both India and Burma, the Thunia genus contains about eight species of orchids. These flowers grow in clusters on cane-like stems. Thunia alba, featured in this painting, has pure white petals and a tubular lip. Image Size: 7.5 x 9.25 in. Overall Size: 9 x 10.5 in. Unframed. (B15094)