Moquette sample; Sample of moquette designed by Marianne Straub, 1966-1970

Moquettes such as this example with a simple linear pattern were used increasingly in the 1970s and 80s. This design features a geometric intercrossing 'block' motif of navy, bright green, sea green and blue rectangles. It was designed by Marianne Straub and manufactured by John Holdsworth and Co Limited as well as Firths Furnishing Limited. This design was commissioned by Misha Black in 1965. It was originally intended for use on the Victoria line, but was not ready in time so an existing design was used instead. The design was widely used on the Mark II 1972 Tube stock that operated on the Northern and Bakerloo lines, and on London Transport buses during the 1970s.