
seams straight!
A meticulously crafted etching by Chicago Imagist Jim Nutt, *seams straight!* showcases his signature blend of grotesque figuration and sharp, sardonic wit. The work features his characteristically bold, precise linework rendered on Arches paper, highlighting the technical mastery and playful absurdity that define his practice. The full margins of the fine paper lend the composition a refined, deliberate presentation that contrasts with the quirky, unsettling energy of Nutt's distinctive visual language.
- Medium
- Etching, on Arches paper, with full margins.
- Dimensions
- Signed
- Yes
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
Notes
Literature: Dennis Adrian and Richard A. Born 171
🔨 Auction Lot
Editions & Works on Paper: Online Auction
February 2, 2026
Estimate: $1,500 – $2,500
Sold: $1,548
Lot 286
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