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Women in blue and yellow, 1930s vintage poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£600

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Women in blue and yellow
Gouache 30 x 47 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 and the V&A. This striking poster design by A. E. Halliwell showcases his signature Art Deco and modernist flair, with bold geometric layering and a limited but vibrant colour palette of blue, black, orange, and white. Two stylised faces dominate the composition—one serene and contemplative, rendered in warm tones and delicate lines, and the other more intense and enigmatic, in stark black and white with piercing eyes. Diagonal bands of colour and stippled gradients create a sense of movement and emotional contrast, while the use of overlapping translucent blocks adds depth and abstraction. Overall, it’s a compelling interplay of mood, contrast, and 20th-century design aesthetics. Condition: Generally very good.
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Running Race, 1930s vintage poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£750

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Running Race
Airbrush and pen 13 x 13 cm c.1930 Signed to the bottom right 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 and the V&A. This striking poster design by A. E. Halliwell features three young men sprinting towards the finish line of a running race, recalling images from the olympics of the 1930s. Halliwell creates a strong sense of contrast in this piece, using dark blocks of ink to depict the men's hair and clothing seams and the airbrush technique to depict shadows on their limbs and uniform. Halliwell's attitude in this design seems to be less is more, as he allows our brains to fill in the gaps of where other outlines might be expected. Condition: Generally very good.
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Furs, 1930s vintage poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£900

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Furs
Airbrush and pen 50 x 32 cm c.1930 Stamped signature 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 elegant poster design by A. E. Halliwell features a stylised figure of a woman clad in a fur stole, rendered with delicate stippling and minimal, flowing lines. The text 'Furs' mirrors these techniques, where Halliwell's blending of the airbrush and fine line technique creates a sense of continuity between the woman's outline, her outfit and the text itself. The overall effect is refined and airy, capturing the essence of 1930s Art Deco glamour. Condition: Generally very good, very faint area of staining to left margin, pin holes to corners.
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Xmas Gifts, 1930s vintage poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£900

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Xmas Gifts
Airbrush and pen 50 x 32 cm c.1930 Stamped signature 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 intriguing poster design by A. E. Halliwell features a series of bells ringing in both the start of the Christmas church services and of holiday spirit more generally. As is typical of art deco design, Halliwell makes ample use of the airbrush technique, creating an elegant effect. Perhaps more interestingly, however, Halliwell also depicts multiple frames, showing the bells at different angles. In doing so, he highlights their movement through an almost stop-motion like technique. 'Ding-dong, ding-dong', you can almost hear the bells ringing straight out of the poster... Condition: Generally very good, slight discolouration, pin holes to corners.
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Cricket: Defending the Wicket, 1930s vintage poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£1,200

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Defending the Wicket
Airbrush and pen 13 x 13 cm c.1930 Signed to the bottom right 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 and the V&A. This striking poster design by A. E. Halliwell features a young man defending the wickets during a cricket match. Halliwell creates a strong sense of contrast in this design, using the airbrush technique to create a dense background of spots and to emphasise shadow, and then leaving the cricketer's whites plain by contrast. This creates an eye-catching effect, suggesting the brightness of the whites reflecting the sun on a warm summer's day. Condition: Generally very good.
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War is War, 1930s art deco book cover design by A. E. Halliwell

£1,750

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) War is War
Gouache 21 x 19 cm (full sheet size 38 x 28 cm) c.1930 With signature and title from applied support paper 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 and the V & A. Halliwell produced this book dust cover design for the novel 'War is War', written by Alfred Burrage and published in 1930. In War is War, Burrage recounts his experiences as a private soldier in France during the First World War, his reactions to abnormal conditions and his general observations-- all in an effort to offer a true representation of what war is really like. In this account, written of necessity under a pseudonym, he covers the wide canvas of war, from off duty moments in grubby estaminets and brothels, to life in shell torn trenches, going over the top with equally terrified yet resigned comrades, being a casualty, to periods of numbing boredom. Halliwell's design is sombre and impactful, using minimal colour and abstract forms to evoke the horrors and futility of war. Condition: Generally very good.
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Presents for George, Mary & Gladys, 1930s art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£900

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Presents for George, Mary & Gladys
Gouache and collage 46 x 33 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 playful and visually rhythmic poster design features an abstract arrangement of wrapped gift boxes rendered in a bold, geometric style. Using a limited yet striking colour palette, Halliwell emphasises pattern and contrast—each present decorated with distinct motifs like stripes, chevrons, waves, triangles, and polka dots. Gift tags labeled “George,” “Mary,” and “Gladys” dangle from the boxes, adding a personal, almost whimsical touch to the structured composition while vertical black and white streaks create a layered sense of depth and motion, as if the presents are seen through strips of curtain or light. Bringing together symbols of the Christmas period, Halliwell expertly captures the festive spirit with sophistication and graphic precision. Condition: Generally very good.
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Hats, 1930s art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£900

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Hats
Airbrush and pen 50 x 32 cm c.1930 Stamped signature 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 elegant poster design by A. E. Halliwell features two women, adorned in stylish and extravagant hats. To the left of the work, a woman dons a tight-fitting cloche, to her right, another woman models a gainsborough chapeau, its enormous rim providing ample shade for them both. By using simple forms and playing with the contrasts between the dark airbrushed hats and pale delicate faces, Halliwell creates a striking work, capturing the class of 1930s Art Deco glamour. Condition: Generally very good, very faint area of staining to left margin, pin holes to corners.
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Don’t be Drowned, Travel Underground – 1927 art deco Underground poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£900

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Don't be drowned, travel underground
Gouache 11 x 6 cm 1927 Signed, dated and inscribed 'Poster design 12.5" x 20" executed 1927' 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 and the V & A. This poster design cleverly contrasts the perils of winter travel on icy streets with the safety and reliability of the London Underground. Halliwell's use of sharp angles and limited colour palette heightens the emotional impact, making the message both memorable and visually compelling. It is a fine example of early 20th-century transport poster art that blends public service messaging with striking modernist aesthetics. As Halliwell signals beneath this design, the poster was executed and featured around the London Underground system throughout the 1930s. Condition: Generally very good.
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Pansies, 1930s art deco design by A. E. Halliwell

£500

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Pansies
Gouache 30 x 47 cm c.1930 Label to reverse 'Baynard Press', Signed lower right, further signed in pencil and dated 1929. 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 and the V & A. Condition: Generally very good, faint discolouration and a central fold.
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Underground to Escape the Fog , 1927 art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Underground to Escape the Fog
Gouache 19 x 13 cm c.1930 Signed to the bottom right and inscribed 'Design for a Poster, Carried out 12" x 20".' 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 and the V & A. This striking poster design uses moody tones and bold silhouettes to show Londoners disoriented in a misty street where lights are distorted by the haze and the houses are unrecognisable but for their chimneys. Fear not... they are saved by the glowing red Underground sign cutting through the haze and the poster therefore serves as a reminder that (apparently) even in thick fog, the Tube stays clear and reliable. Condition: Generally very good.
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Fog , 1927 art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Fog
Gouache 19 x 13 cm 1927 Signed to the bottom right and inscribed 'Design for a Poster Entitled "Fog".' 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 and the V & A. In this striking poster design, thick ribbons of grey fog snake dramatically through the scene, partially obscuring buildings, street lamps, and figures, and creating a sense of movement and disorientation. In the midst of this urban haze, the bright yellow and blue signage of the Underground station stands out as a beacon of clarity and modernity. As is characteristic for Halliwell's designs, the artist makes use of bold blocks of colour. In this case, he draws the circles of light emanating from the streetlamp as intersecting cogs in different colours, disrupting the seemingly impenetrable opacity of the grey swathes of fog. This blend of swirling shapes and, on the other hand, industrial forms creates a unique surrealist-futurist synthesis, almost evoking Fritz Lang's revolutionary 1927 film 'Metropolis.' Condition: Generally very good.
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Design for Underground Poster, 1927 art deco design by A. E. Halliwell

£1,750

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Design for Underground Poster
Gouache 15 x 12 cm 1927 Signed, dated and inscribed "Design for Underground Poster, executed 30" x 20", A. E. Halliwell '27" 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 and the V & A. Dominated by two stylised figures dressed in theatrical costume, this striking poster design calls to mind the vibrancy of London's West End. As an underground train emerges from the woman's flowing garments, Halliwell creates a playfully burlesque scene. Their clothes rendered in bold yellow, black, and blue, then visually merge with the motion and perspective of the speeding trains below, whose converging tracks create a dramatic vanishing point. Condition: Generally very good.
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Royal Air Force Display at Hendon Air Show, c.1930 art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Royal Air Force Display by Underground (Hendon)
Gouache 16 x 24 cm 1930 Stamped A. E. Halliwell to reverse 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 and the V & A. Featuring a dramatic silhouette of a biplane soaring across a stylised sky, the artwork captures the sense of motion and excitement associated with Hendon Air Display. It showcases Halliwell's excellent command of typography, while while the muted colour palette of blues and greys lends it a sleek, atmospheric feel. Both functional and artistic, the poster exemplifies the era’s art deco fusion of design and public service messaging. Condition: Generally very good.
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The Jewel that is London, 1930s art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£2,500

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) The Jewel that is London
Airbrush and gouache 26 x 33 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 eye-catching poster design by A. E. Halliwell features an image of Big Ben lit up against the night sky, painted at the centre of a diamond with the inscription 'The jewel that is London. Illuminations every night during September.' The angular geometric shapes and bold colour gradients of yellow, blue, and black give the piece a modernist sparkle, evoking both glamour and excitement. With playful typography and a whimsical pun ("Travel by Underground – Alight at Westminster"), the poster cleverly combines elegance with charm to promote London’s September illuminations as a must-see spectacle. Condition: Generally very good.
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Smithfield Cattle Show, 1930s art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£2,500

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Smithfield Cattle Show
Airbrush and gouache 26 x 33 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 striking poster by A. E. Halliwell boldly advertises the Smithfield Cattle Show with a powerful, symmetrical design. At its centre is a stylised, almost regal bull’s head, perfectly aligned and framed by the iconic London Underground roundel. The rich, earthy tones of the bull contrast sharply with the vibrant background of red, yellow, and electric blue, creating a vivid and modern aesthetic. Condition: Generally very good.
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Royal Air Force Display, 1928 art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Royal Air Force Display by Underground (Hendon)
Gouache 16 x 24 cm 1928 Signed and dated 1928, inscribed 'Roughs Submitted for the 1929 Air Display'; with documentation from publisher. 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 and the V & A. Featuring a dramatic silhouette of a biplane soaring across a stylised sky, the artwork captures the sense of motion and excitement associated with Hendon Air Display. It showcases Halliwell's excellent command of typography, while while the muted colour palette of blues and greys lends it a sleek, atmospheric feel. Both functional and artistic, the poster exemplifies the era’s art deco fusion of design and public service messaging. Condition: Generally very good.
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Royal Air Force Display ‘Book to Colindale’, c.1930 art deco poster design

£2,500

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Royal Air Force Display, 'Book to Colindale'
Gouache 26 x 32 cm 1928 Signed and dated 1928, inscribed 'Roughs Submitted for the 1929 Air Display'; with documentation from publisher. 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 and the V & A. Featuring stylised swallows soaring alongside a sleek aircraft, the design captures the excitement and elegance of early aviation. Clean lines, geometric forms, and a limited palette of red, blue, black, and white evoke speed and modernity, while the playful cloud outlines add a sense of lightness. Condition: Generally very good.
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Hendon Air Display ‘Loop the Loop’, c.1930 art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£2,500

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Hendon Air Display 'Loop the Loop' Gouache
26 x 32 cm 1928 Inscribed 'rough' to the lower right and stamped to reverse A.E. Halliwell 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 and the V & A. With bold curves and crisp, minimalist style, this artwork captures the daring loop-the-loop of an aircraft against a sunlit sky. Both functional and artistic, the poster exemplifies the era’s art deco fusion of design and public service messaging. Condition: Generally very good.
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Buy From Our Own Empire the Best Market, 1930 art deco design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Buy From Our Own Empire the Best Market (in blue)
Gouache 19 x 76 cm c.1930 Design for Empire Marketing Board 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 and the V & A. This bold poster design by A. E. Halliwell uses vibrant blue and layered text to promote trade within the British Empire. Featuring variations of the Union Jack across all four panels, the design reinforces imperial unity with the slogan “Buy from our own Empire – the best market.” Condition: Generally very good.
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Buy From Our Own Empire the Best Market, 1930 art deco design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Buy From Our Own Empire the Best Market (in black)
Gouache 19 x 76 cm c.1930 Design for Empire Marketing Board 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 and the V & A. This bold poster design by A. E. Halliwell uses vibrant blue and black with layered text to promote trade within the British Empire. Featuring variations of the Union Jack across all four panels, the design reinforces imperial unity with the slogan “Buy from our own Empire – the best market.” Condition: Generally very good.
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Lifts and Stairs Galore, c.1930 underground poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Lifts and Stairs Galore
Gouache 53 x 33 cm c.1930 Signed lower right 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 and the V & A. This striking poster design by A.E. Halliwell for the London Underground uses bold geometric forms and a limited colour palette to depict a stylised network of staircases, lifts, and passageways. A solitary commuter, hunched and weary, navigates the maze-like station. The composition is both dynamic and structured with a clear modernist aesthetic. Condition: Generally very good.
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The Boat Race, c.1930 underground poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£4,500

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) The Boat Race
Gouache 28 x 32 cm c.1930 Signed on separate piece mounted to reverse of frame 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 and the V & A. This vibrant Underground poster design by A.E. Halliwell captures the rhythmic energy of the annual Boat Race with stylised, synchronised abstracted rowers and undulating water patterns. Using bold lines, mirrored symmetry, and a cool palette of blues and greens, Halliwell creates a dynamic sense of movement and celebration, perfectly evoking the spectacle and tradition of the iconic sporting event. Condition: Generally very good.
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The Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race, c.1930 underground poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£5,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) The Boat Race
Gouache 32 x 50 cm Initialled and dated Dec 1928 lower right 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 and the V & A. This dynamic poster design by A.E. Halliwell captures the intensity of the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race with a bold aerial perspective of the two rowing crews slicing through stylised blue and white water--Oxford in dark blue on the left, Cambridge in light blue on the right. The rhythmic composition and simplified forms emphasise speed, coordination, and competition, using a limited colour palette to striking modernist effect. Condition: Generally very good.
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RA Exhibition, c.1930 underground poster design in the manner of A. E. Halliwell

£1,000

In the manner of A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) RA Exhibition
Gouache c.1930 26 x 30 cm Provenance: Family of A. E. Halliwell. 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 and the V & A. This vibrant work features a design for an Underground poster, centring around a theoretical exhibition at the Royal Academy. It showcases an excellent command of stylised typeface, painting the RA in a gilt frame. An abstracted human form watches over the painting, surrounded by a colourful purple swirl, mimicking the gesture of the paintbrush across the paper. As a finishing touch, the iconic Underground roundel is painted into the bottom right hand corner. Condition: Generally very good, a little very faint spotting and slight discolouration and pin holes to the top corners (would be covered by mount).
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Take the Underground to the RA , c.1930 poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£2,000

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Take the Underground to the RA
Gouache c.1930 23 x 30 cm Provenance: the family of A. E. Halliwell 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 and the V & A. This playful work features a man, clad in tartan trousers and puffing away at a pipe, marching steadfastly with the roundel of the London Underground in two. The roundel is adorned with the ornate decoration that surrounds the stylised letters of the R and A of the Royal Academy, suggesting that the man is marching straight towards the Academy. In classic Halliwell style, the design features a play on words, the man is not just taking the underground, as you do, he is physically and literally bringing the Underground with him to the exhibition, adding a mischievous flare to the piece. Condition: Generally very good.
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Royal Richmond Horse Show, c.1940 Underground poster design by A Searle

£2,000

A Searle Royal Richmond Horse Show
c.1940 26 x 30 cm Signed to lower right Provenance: Family of A. E. Halliwell Little is known about A Searle beyond the fact that he studied under A E Halliwell, though the fact that Halliwell collected this painting suggests that he thought highly of his student. This playful Underground poster design advertises the Royal Richmond Horse Show. It features a horse and flags with an abstracted jockey. The whole composition is somewhat musical, with colourful lines behind the text evoking a musical stave and the body of the jockey calling to mind musical notes. Painted in the lower right in muted greens is the iconic Underground roundel, signalling the poster's original purpose. Condition: Generally very good.
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Abstract Form, poster design by M. R. Webb

£195

M R Webb Abstract Form
21 x 26 cm Signed to lower right Provenance: Family of A. E. Halliwell Little is known about M R Webb beyond the fact that he studied under A E Halliwell, though the fact that Halliwell collected this painting suggests that he thought highly of his student. This abstract composition provides few clues as to what exactly it is depicting... Is it an Underground roundel? Perhaps some kind of animal, a cockerel maybe? Webb leaves it to his viewer to decide. In any case, the colours and swirling forms offer a sense of motion and excitement in this dynamic piece. Condition: Generally very good.
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Rainbow Prism, 1946 painting by J. C. Kim

£195

J. C. Kim Rainbow Prism
20 x 25 cm 1946 Provenance: Family of A. E. Halliwell Little is known about J. C. Kim beyond the fact that he studied under A E Halliwell, though the fact that Halliwell collected this painting suggests that he thought highly of his student. Calling to mind Pink Floyd's later iconic album cover, this painting features a prism refracting white starlight into a multicolour rainbow of light. The contrast between the monochrome black, grey and white palette and the shock of rainbow colour is striking, leaving a striking impression on the viewer. Condition: Generally very good
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‘Crime’, c.1945 painting by Pamela Denyer

£400

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Untitled Abstract, c.1940s painting by Naish

£195

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Graphis International Poster December 1947, poster design by E. Davis

£250

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Graphis International Poster, poster design by W. C. Gibbs

£450

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Blue Cord Compositions, collage and drawing fusion by L Richards

£600

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Natura, gouache by E. Brain

£225

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Ribbons of Memory, surrealist composition by D Ollard

£950

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Geometry in Abstraction, gouache by A W Wallis

£450

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Graphis International Poster, vintage poster design c.1945

£300

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Tertiaries Colour Exercise, Colour Theory Illustration, c.1940s gouache

£225

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Spirella, Health, Beauty & Comfort, vintage illustration by A. E. Halliwell

£450

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Spring, c.1930 art-deco gouache by A. E. Halliwell

£450

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Amazon Overalls, c.1930 art-deco gouache by A. E. Halliwell

£450

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Easter Excursions from London, 1931 railway poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£850

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Autumn Excursions from London, c.1930 railway poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£1,250

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February 14th – Travel LMS, 1930 poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£1,500

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Hendon Air Display, c.1930 art deco poster design by A. E. Halliwell

£3,800

A. E. Halliwell (1905-1987) Hendon Air Display 'Loop the Loop' Gouache
26 x 32 cm 1928 Inscribed 'rough' to the lower right and stamped to reverse A.E. Halliwell 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 and the V & A. With bold curves and crisp, minimalist style, this artwork captures the daring loop-the-loop of an aircraft against a sunlit sky. Both functional and artistic, the poster exemplifies the era’s art deco fusion of design and public service messaging. Condition: Generally very good.
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Found Objects, surrealist composition c.1940

£250

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Carter’s Seeds, c.1940s poster design

£850

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