Paul Calle (American, 1928 - 2010) and Chris Calle (American, B. 1961) "1900s-The Quest for a Better Future" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media on Illustration Board painting. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 60c Quest for a Better Future Accelerates stamp issued April 15, 1997. The beginning of the 20th century was a time of optimism, confidence, prosperity and peace. Advancing technology in manufacturing, transportation and communication drastically changed the world and the way man lived. A growing number of people were confident that the world was becoming better and better, and that their children would enjoy longer, more prosperous and fulfilling lives. This promise, coupled with adverse conditions at home, inspired less fortunate people to leave their native lands and immigrate to new countries, especially America, in search of their dreams. The children of the 20th century would witness more change than all of the preceding generations combined -- changes that would forever alter man's existence on Earth. Image Size: 13.25 x 16.75 in. Overall Size: 18 x 23.25 in. Unframed. (B15632 / B15634)