Lot # 79 - JM Zupan – Original Watercolor “Seattle I‑5 Approach to Sea‑Tac”

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 14-Jul-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 21-Jul-2026 8:18:00 PM
Current bid:

$43.00

Highest bidder:

gymboy333

Auction has ended

Description :

A detailed, atmospheric watercolor depicting a busy stretch of I‑5 in Seattle, rendered with Zupan’s characteristic precision and soft tonal control. Cars move along the freeway beneath a low‑descending commercial airliner, creating a dynamic intersection of ground and air travel. Overhead highway signage clearly marks the approach to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, anchoring the scene in a recognizable regional landmark. The sky is layered with muted clouds, giving the composition a sense of motion and Pacific Northwest light. Zupan’s disciplined draftsmanship and clean washes bring clarity to the roadway structures, vehicles, and aircraft, transforming a familiar Seattle commute into a vivid urban study.

Artist Bio — J.M. Zupan

JM Zupan is an American watercolorist known for realist, transportation‑focused compositions that often feature highways, aircraft, industrial corridors, and the everyday infrastructure of modern life. His work blends technical accuracy with atmospheric subtlety, using controlled washes and crisp linework to capture scenes of movement and urban rhythm. Zupan’s paintings frequently resonate with collectors who appreciate aviation art, regional realism, and depictions of the Pacific Northwest’s transportation landscape. His pieces are recognized for their clarity, balanced compositions, and the ability to elevate ordinary commuter moments into compelling visual narratives.


26 W x 19T


Auction History

Highest bidder is gymboy333

Date Bid User
21-Jul-2026 8:12:16 PM $43.00 gymboy333
21-Jul-2026 8:09:08 PM $37.00 KTEW
21-Jul-2026 9:47:09 AM $33.00 LotLizard
21-Jul-2026 9:42:13 AM $31.00 poppygirl
15-Jul-2026 9:49:52 PM $26.00 LotLizard
15-Jul-2026 9:49:44 PM $21.00 Seattle79
15-Jul-2026 9:49:44 PM $20.00 LotLizard
15-Jul-2026 9:49:38 PM $16.00 Seattle79
15-Jul-2026 9:49:38 PM $15.00 LotLizard
15-Jul-2026 9:49:19 PM $8.00 Seattle79
15-Jul-2026 9:49:19 PM $7.00 LotLizard
15-Jul-2026 9:47:15 PM $6.00 Seattle79
14-Jul-2026 6:53:21 PM $5.00 LotLizard

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