College Sports Art Appraisal

LSU-Themed Bayou Scene Football Painting/Print

This item is a vibrant artistic representation, likely a print or painting, depicting a Louisiana State University (LSU) themed bayou scene. The central focus is a majestic tiger, presumably representing the LSU Tigers mascot, resting calmly on a wooden dock or bench that appears to float above a murky swamp or bayou. The tiger features classic orange and black stripes with white underparts, and its gaze is directed forward. Behind the tiger, there's a prominent purple fleur-de-lis shape, a common Louisiana symbol and often associated with New Orleans and French heritage, which is further embellished with three smaller, circular insets. Each inset frames a dynamic scene of LSU football players in action, wearing the team's distinctive purple and gold uniforms. One player is depicted mid-air catching a ball, another running with the ball, and a third appears to be tackling or recovering a loose ball. In the background, tall bald cypress trees with their characteristic 'knees' rise from the water, creating a typical bayou environment. A building, possibly a stadium or iconic LSU structure, with an 'LSU' banner or sign is visible in the upper right background. The overall color palette is rich, dominated by greens and browns of the bayou, contrasted with the purple and gold of LSU and the tiger's vivid orange. The sky above is a bright blue with some cloud-like formations. The artwork appears to be signed in the bottom right corner, though the signature is somewhat indistinct, possibly reading 'Frazier' or a similar name, followed by a date or additional text like '2001' or '2004'. The item's condition appears excellent, with no apparent damage, creases, or discoloration visible in the provided image snippets. The craftsmanship suggests a relatively detailed and spirited fan-art piece. It combines elements of Louisiana landscape, state symbolism, and collegiate sports fandom.