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A. E. Halliwell
Summer and Bank Holiday Period Excursions, 1930s railway poster design
c.1930

$1,440.08

£1,035

€1,233

CA$1,983.64

A$2,009.32

CHF 1,153.71

MX$24,362.42

NOK 13,387.33

SEK 13,626.76

DKK 9,217.96

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A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Summer and August Bank Holiday Period Excursions Gouache 26 x 15 cm c.1930 Provenance: Family of the artist A.E. Halliwell (1905–1986) was a British artist, illustrator, and designer best known for his vibrant poster designs created for British railway companies during the mid-20th century. Born in Southport, Halliwell developed a strong foundation in art and design early in life. He studied at the Southport School of Art from 1923 to 1926 before graduating to the Royal College of Art in London and subsequently practising as a professional designer from the 1930s. Following his studies, Halliwell married Doris Doyle in Strood Kent, and went on to have a significant teaching career himself, most notably as a lecturer at the Central School of Arts and Crafts (later part of Central Saint Martins), where he influenced a new generation of designers and illustrators. Halliwell is perhaps best remembered for his vibrant and engaging poster designs created for British railway companies during the 1930s. His work was characterised by a bright, graphic style that balanced charm with clarity, often depicting idealised scenes of British holiday destinations—from sunny seaside towns to tranquil countryside vistas. Beyond posters, his artistic output included book illustration, commercial design, and stage costume sketches, showcasing his versatility across mediums. His posters continue to remain enduring symbols of a golden age of British travel and design and are displayed in major collections including the London Transport Museum. This bold and colourful poster design by A.E. Halliwell promotes summer and August Bank Holiday railway excursions from London. Featuring a stylised rose and butterfly against graphic, patterned backgrounds, the composition combines vibrant reds, pinks, and blues with playful typography. Though unfinished, the design captures Halliwell’s distinctive flair for eye-catching, decorative travel posters typical of mid-20th century British railway advertising.

Creator:
A. E. Halliwell (1905 - 1987)
Creation Year:
c.1930
Dimensions:
Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)
Medium:
Gouache
Movement & Style:
Realist
Period:
1930-1939
Framing:
Framing Options Available
Condition:
Generally very good.
Gallery Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU795316125552

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