Herbert Ashwin Budd (1881-1950) Travel Underground to the Theatre Original lithographic poster printed in colors, printed by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son Ltd Lith., London, England 1930. Condition: Fine (B+) light folds, backed on linen. Sheet size: 39.75 H. X 24.75 W. $1400 This original 1930 poster for the London Underground features the crowd outside the stage door of the Theater Royal on Drury Lane, London's oldest theater. Budd, an artist and teacher, captures the spirit of street musicians and vendors vying for the attention of stylish theatergoers wearing their fedora and cloche hats. The Underground frequently promoted the West-end theaters. It was not just their goal to promote transport but to enrich the quality of urban life in London. Reference: in the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum Inventory #11372 To purchase this piece or if you have questions please call us at (415)984-0700 or e-mail us