New Orleans Jazz Marching Band
Framed commercial print or poster (likely an offset lithograph or serigraph) on paper. • Signed 'Neiman' (LeRoy Neiman, American, 1921–2012). This appears to be a mass-produced poster edition based on an original work by the artist.
Style & Movement
Contemporary American Illustration / Expressionist Pop. Neiman is famous for his vibrant, energetic depictions of sporting and musical events.
Medium & Technique
Ink and watercolor style graphic design, produced via commercial printing. The technique mimics loose, gestural watercolor washes and expressive line work.
Creation Period
Late 20th century, likely circa 1970-1990, based on the typography and illustrative style.
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches; vertical portrait format.
Subject Description
A dynamic depiction of a New Orleans jazz funeral or second-line parade. The composition features musicians playing a trombone, drum, trumpet, and tuba, against a sketch-like background of French Quarter architecture. The figures are rendered with 'action' lines to convey movement and music.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The paper exhibits slight waving or buckling, likely due to moisture or improper mounting, and there is a visible price sticker ($165) on the glass.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $250
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150
Provenance History
Commercially produced for the retail market; likely sold at a gallery or souvenir shop in New Orleans or through a national poster distributor.
Art Historical Significance
LeRoy Neiman is a foundational figure in 20th-century commercial illustration, best known for his work for Playboy and the Olympics. His depictions of jazz captured the cultural vibrancy of the American South in a style accessible to the public.
Notable Features
Features the iconic stylized LeRoy Neiman signature in the lower right and prominent decorative typography at the top.
Condition Issues
Potential light fading from UV exposure; paper buckling (cockling); adhesive residue from the price sticker on the glazing.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend removing the external price sticker, replacing the current backing with acid-free matting, and housing under UV-protective glass to prevent further fading of the pigments.