A series of never-before-seen paintings by the late Nirvana frontman and Seattle grunge legend Kurt Cobain was displayed at the 2017 Seattle Art Fair, held from August 3-6 at the CenturyLink Field Event Center. Two of Cobain’s paintings, paired with a selection of his notebooks were on display at the special booth hosted by the UTA Artist Space (United Talent Agency), which now represents Kurt Cobain’s estate. One of the works shown should be recognisable to Nirvana fans; it was the cover art of the band’s 1992 B-side compilation LP “Incesticide”.

“Kurt Cobain was perhaps the most iconic musician of his generation, but his work as a visual artist is often overlooked,” said Head of UTA Fine Arts Josh Roth. “These paintings provide an opportunity to see him, and some of his contemporaries, in a new light.”

Kurt Cobain suffered from depression, self-image and heroin addiction, and his work in various mediums including painting, drawing and collage offer insights into his mind.

For those not able to attend the art fair, there’s still an opportunity to see the paintings in person. According to Roth, UTA Fine Arts plans to tour the works after the (Seattle Art) Fair, along with Cobain memorabilia and personal items, in a similar style to the Rolling Stone’s London exhibition.