Impressive Posters Illustrated by Dudley Hardy in the Late 19th Century

Dudley Hardy (1867–1922) was an English artist and illustrator known for his iconic theatrical posters, particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Influenced by Art Nouveau, his work featured bold colors, flowing lines, and dynamic compositions. Hardy created posters for major West End productions and musical shows. His skill in blending art with advertising made his posters both visually striking and effective, cementing his place as a key figure in early graphic design.

Here below is a set of impressive posters illustrated by Dudley Hardy in the 1890s.

A Gaiety Girl, 1894

A Brace of Partidges, circa 1890s

A Gaiety Girl", Mr. George Edwardes' Company, 1894

Cinderella, Fulham Grand Theatre, circa 1890s

Shamus O'Brien, Opera Comique, circa 1890s

A Gaiety Girl, 1894

Babes in Toyland, The Song of Toyland, 1894

Hall's Coca Wine, The Elixir of Life, 1895

The "Northfleet" Cycle for Safety, Ease, and Comfort, circa 1895

The Chieftain, Savoy Theatre, 1896

The Geisha, Daly's Theatre, 1896

"To-Day" A Weekly Magazine Journal, 1897

"Woman and Wine" by Arthur Shirley and Ben Landeck, circa 1897

Abbotts Phit-Eesi, Boots and Shoes, 1897

His Majesty, D'Oyly Carte's Opera Company, 1897

Skipped by the Light of the Moon, circa 1897

St. Paul's, Les Affiches, 1897

The Yeomen of the Guard by W. S. Gilbertand Arthur Sullivan, 1897

Tommy Dodd, Globe Theatre, 1898

In Sight of Saint Paul's, circa 1899

The J. P., from the Strand Theatre, London, 1899

The Lucky Star, 1899