B/W print; Seating recess on the Victoria line platform at Walthamstow Central station by Dr Heinz Zinram, 16 Oct 1968

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Reference number	1998/54909
Description	Seating recess on the Victoria line platform at Walthamstow Central station, showing wooden seat, and tiled mural, by Julia Black, of an orange tapestry pattern designed by William Morris, who lived locally. A passenger alarm, and accompanying notice, can be seen on the left. The station name appears on the trunking above the recess.
Photographer	Dr Heinz Zinram
Dates	16 Oct 1968
Collection	Photographs
Object type	B/w print
Photograph number	3561/2
Location	Acton Depot
Topics	Underground stations
Completeness	58% 58% ?

• Physical description

  Dimensions

  Attribute	Value
  Descriptive size	8x6ins

  Item content

  Attribute	Value
  Text	Sign: Way Out Notice: EMERGENCY BUTTON A further safety feature has been incorporated on the Victoria line. Above this notice is a small yellow panel containing a button. In case of emergency press it and the train will instantly stop. The penalty for improper use is £25

  Design

  Attribute	Value
  Shot	Close-up

• People involved

  Role	Person(s) involved
  Photographer	Dr Heinz Zinram, 16 Oct 1968

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  Location	Walthamstow Central Underground station, Hoe Street, Waltham Forest, E17