186: MARTIN LEWIS (1881-1962) PENCIL SIGNED ETCHING

Martin Lewis (1881-1962)

The drypoint etching with sand ground technique printed on Rives watermarked paper in an edition of only 21 prints is signed by the artist in pencil lower right and in the plate lower left, just above the pencil inscription Trial proof.

Sand ground etching is a printmaking process where the artist creates a textured protective layer on a metal plate using sand or coarse material. This texture affects how acid etches the plate, allowing for unique patterns and effects in the final print.
Image measures 8 x 11.75, sheet is 10.5 x 14.5 inches.
Very good, nice clean condition, the sheet with even wide margins all around is not laid down, no damage, stain, punctures, tears or repair. A very nice example.
$800 - $1,400