Hello, My Grantie left me some art work, specifically an etching by Paul Emile Lecomte called "River by the Lake". On the back is a stamp the says "original etching" and the front of pic is signed. Does this piece have any monetary value?

The true value is as an heirloom rather than monetary.

The value may be more than monetary. Paintings by Paul Emile Lecomte sell for upwards of $10,000 sometimes, as shown here, Art auction result for artist Paul Emile Lecomte. Free art prices (http://www.findartinfo.com/search/listprices.asp?keyword=55341) .

You may also try contacting Vallejo Galleries, Paul Emile Lecomte (1877-1950) Biography and Maritime Paintings and Art - Vallejo Maritime Gallery, 18th century marine art, 19th century marine antiques, 19th century marine art, 20th century marine art, Marine art, Maritime paintings. (http://www.vallejogallery.com/artist.php?name=Paul_Emile_Lecomte&id=163) . Send them a photo and ask them for an estimate.

You could also auction it on eBay, ETCHING PRINT PAUL EMILE LECOMTE | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=ETCHING+PRINT+PAUL+EMILE+LECOMTE) .