Moquette sample; 'Alperton' design, by Paul Nash, circa 1936
Main details
| Reference number | 1983/240 |
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| Description | Sample of cut and loop pile moquette with brown fabric bound edge and two eyelets. The pattern is a geometric design wtih stylised line motifs in green and brown over a brown and green grid pattern on a beige ground. This pattern is known to have been among the first commissioned by Christian Barman for the 1938-tube stock, although it is not known if moquette of this pattern was used to upholster any vehicles in service. This sample was displayed in un-restricted natural light for several years and may be faded. |
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| Dates | circa 1928 |
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| Completeness | 76% |
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Physical description
Dimensions Attribute Value Height 214mmWidth 143mmColour Attribute Value Colour - light brown
- Brown
- Green
Item content Attribute Value Text Pattern No 9762Design Attribute Value Material WoolPattern name AlpertonPattern repeat 80mmx70mmPile Cut and loop -
People involved
Role Person(s) involved Manufacturer Unknown,Commissioner London Passenger Transport Board, circa 1936Designer Paul Nash, circa 1928 -
Associated companies, people and places
Company Attribute Value Company London Passenger Transport Board, c1936