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Central line check' design, as used on Central line 1992-tube stock

Jonathan Sothcottcirca 1990

London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum
United Kingdom

Moquette is the durable upholstery fabric used on public transport across the world. Known as Central line check, this design comprises a geometric grid pattern of contrasting squares, lines and triangles in red and grey on a navy background. The moquette was designed by Jonathan Sothcott specifically for use on the 1992 Central line Tube stock. The colours used complement those used throughout the carriage. It was also one of the first examples of the upholstery pattern picking up the colours of the line. This sample was manufactured by John Holdsworth & Co Limited.

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  • Title: Central line check' design, as used on Central line 1992-tube stock
  • Creator: Jonathan Sothcott
  • Date Created: circa 1990
  • Physical Dimensions: 300mmm, 215mm
  • Subject Keywords: Central line, Moquette
  • Type: Moquette sample
  • External Link: Record in London Transport Museum Collections Online
  • Reference number: 1997/2993/21
  • Physical Description: Sample of cut pile moquette with a geometric grid pattern of juxtaposing squares, lines and triangles in red and grey on a navy background. The pattern was designed by Jonathan Sothcott for use in the 1992 Central line Tube stock.
  • Item location: Acton Depot
London Transport Museum

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