97: JOHN DEMARTELLY(1903-1979) PENCIL SIGNED ETCHING

John Stockton De Martelly (Missouri, 1903-1979)
Light (1932)
The drypoint etching published in a stated edition of 50 prints is signed by the artist in pencil below the image lower right, and printed on Arches watermarked paper.

This scarce and poignant image includes reference to Kansas City's Liberty Memorial.


The number of prints pulled for this edition is not definitively known. One source reports that the plates were 'lost' after only a few impressions.
Image measures 11.5 x 14.25, sheet is 15.25 x 19.25 inches.
Very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet, never framed, not laid down, no damage, stain, punctures, tears or repair, one small spot of foxing on the lower left margin.
$500 - $700