Martin Lewis (American, 1881-1962), "Butter and Egg Man’s Holiday"-1926, etching and sandground, pencil signed lower right margin, recorded as an edition of 19, verso with label from The Warner Collection, Gult States Paper Corporation in Tucscaloosa, Alabama. Work depicting a couple in swimsuits standing ankle deep in the ocean along a sandy beach with people enjoying the coast (small dog in foreground), large buildings by boardwalk. Framed approximately 18.5" x 15.125". Sight size approximately 10.75" x 7.4". Provenance: From the Private Collection of Benno & Babette Rothschild, Columbus, Georgia. Reference: McCarron 44. Note: This work is in the permanent collection at the Detroit Institute of Arts. The term "butter and egg man" pertains to a prosperous businessman from a small town who spends money freely while visiting large cities.

Examined out of the frame. Sheet not laid down, affixed to back mat board with two pieces of hinging tape along top edge of sheet. Remnants of two pieces of older tape to top of sheet. Sheet overall with even toning, mat burn, and light scattered foxing. Sheet apparently not cut down, with one deckled edge at right. Rippling to sheet commensurate with general handling. Very minor scattered of areas of discoloration outside of matrix commensurate with handling. No apparent rips, tears, abrasions, pin holes, or losses.