Vintage 1982 Louisiana State Fair Limited Edition Signed Poster by Mel Wiken (#575/600) (Louisiana)

Up for sale is a Vintage 1982 Louisiana State Fair Framed Limited Edition Signed Poster by Mel Wiken (#575/600) (Louisiana)! It measures 31 1/4” by 25” on the outside of the frame. The piece is in excellent overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age and use (some scattered very light staining near edges of poster). Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

This limited edition 1982 Louisiana State Fair commemorative poster captures the vibrant and nostalgic spirit of the state's historic annual festivities, originally celebrated in Shreveport and cherished by collectors from New Orleans to the Gulf Coast. Designed by renowned Louisiana artist Mel Wiken, the striking composition seamlessly blends the high-energy drama of a classic rodeo scene with traditional carnival elements, including a bright Ferris wheel and exploding fireworks. A meticulously detailed bucking bull, an action-oriented cowboy, and a traditional rodeo clown anchor the foreground, all framed by a rustic, stylized lasso rope border. Bold, western-style typography proudly anchors the piece, while the striking red accent matting perfectly complements the artwork's dominant color palette. Hand-signed and hand-numbered by the artist as piece #575 out of an incredibly small run of only 600 prints, this rare, professionally framed piece serves as an exceptional slice of Southern Americana and a highly collectible treasure for enthusiasts of Louisiana regional art and fair history.

♦️$75.00 flat rate shipping to all of the United States (Combined, international, and freight shipping as well as local pickup available upon request!)