A Sweet Note of Regret... (1970) is a small-scale etching by Jim Nutt, one of the leading figures of the Chicago Imagists. The work reflects Nutt's signature blend of surreal figuration and meticulous line work. Rendered in fine detail, the print presents a distorted, caricature-like figure that conveys both humor and unease—a hallmark of Nutt's exploration of human psychology and identity. The title adds an emotional ambiguity, suggesting a personal or introspective narrative beneath the odd and exaggerated imagery.
Limited to an edition of 15, the piece is rare and exemplifies Nutt's early mastery of etching and his idiosyncratic visual language.
a sweet note of regret...
Etching on Rives B.F.K. paper
Sheet: 6 3/8 x 8 3/8 in. (16.2 x 21.3 cm); Plate: 2 5/8 x 4 5/16 in. (6.7 x 11 cm)
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