Xu Yanbo (Chinese, B. 1943) "Koala Propped in Branch" Signed lower right. Watercolor. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. The koala is a world-renowned rare animal in peril of extinction. Belonging to the Marsupial family Phalangeridae, koalas live on eucalyptus leaves and are a specialty of Australia. Koalas are loved, especially by children, for their meek character and charming naiveness. Decimated by diseases and natural enemies, they are decreasing in number. The Koala is now under the protection of wildlife conservation laws in Australia. Image Size: 14 x 12 in. Overall Size: 15.75 x 13.75 in. Unframed. (B15156)