A striking piece of Edwardian theatre history, this original 1905 issue of The Play Pictorial captures the spirit and style of London’s stage scene. Featuring A Country Girl at Daly’s Theatre, it includes stunning black and white photographs, character portraits, and delightful period advertisements including the ornate 1905 Edwards’ “Harlene for the Hair” illustration.

From fashion notes to poetic scripts and editorial reviews, this issue is a time capsule of Edwardian entertainment, culture, and print design. Especially lovely are the full-page portraits, one hand-tinted in soft pastels, the others crisply monochrome, showcasing leading ladies in lavish hats and lacy gowns. Bound with rusted staples, the pages are aged but bright, with slight wear and foxing that only add to its charm.

Use it for:
– Display or framing individual pages
– A sourcebook for theatre, costume, or graphic design research
– Collage and vintage paper craft
– Historical props or inspiration for storytelling

Details
– Issue No. VIII
– Printed 6th July, 1905
– Approx 28 x 21.5 cm
– One central staple has come away from the pages, though both covers and leaves remain intact
– Some rusting to staples, edge wear and light foxing consistent with age
– Pages remain turnable and illustrations vivid
– A one-of-a-kind piece of Edwardian theatre ephemera