Vintage Krewe of Iris Mardi Gras Tableau Ball Art New Orleans Carnival Crest For Sale

Up for sale is a Vintage 1970’s Krewe of Iris New Orleans Mardi Gras Tableau Ball Heraldic Crest Concept Art on Illustration Board! It measures 10 7/8” by 10 1/8”. The piece is in great overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age and use. Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

Bring home a genuine piece of New Orleans carnival history with this rare, original 1970’s hand-drawn and painted tableau ball design concept illustration for the legendary Krewe of Iris. Executed in a vibrant mix of watercolor, gouache, and ink on vintage Crescent No. 300 cold-press illustration board, this captivating artwork features a classic heraldic shield layout framed by rich purple ostrich plumes and ornate gold acanthus scrollwork. Atop the crest sits an elegantly detailed depiction of an Iris royal court queen wearing a magnificent crown and ruffled collar, while the interior of the shield showcases whimsical celebration motifs including a dancing harlequin beneath a streetlamp, a sweeping rainbow, a festive mask, and a champagne glass, all anchored by a flowing ribbon banner reading "Krewe of Iris." Complete with original studio production markings and routing tags in the corner from its preparation for the krewe's formal pageantry and royal presentation, this one-of-a-kind conceptual artwork captures the dazzling elegance of New Orleans carnival season, making it an extraordinary statement piece for collectors of Louisiana heritage art and memorabilia.