Moquette sample; 'Caledonian' design, design number 10346, by Marion Dorn, circa 1942

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Reference number	1996/562
Description	Sample of cut pile wool moquette with evenly spaced vertical rows of loop pile. The sample has its edges bound with green fabric and is fitted with two eyelets. The design is by Marion Dorn and is entitled 'Caledonian'. The pattern is reminiscent of a tartan consisting of a dark green grid on a light brown background overlaid with vertical and horizontal stripes in light green in various widths, thin horizontal red stripes, and vertical and horizontal light brown stripes.
Manufacturer	John Holdsworth & Co
Dates	circa 1942
Collection	Vehicle parts
Object type	Moquette sample
Location	Acton Depot
Completeness	74% 74% ?

• Physical description

  Dimensions

  Attribute	Value
  Height	215mm
  Width	140mm

  Colour

  Attribute	Value
  Colour	Dark Green Light Green light brown Red

  Item content

  Attribute	Value
  Text	10346

  Design

  Attribute	Value
  Material	Wool
  Pattern name	Caledonian Tartan
  Pile	Cut and loop

• People involved

  Role	Person(s) involved
  Manufacturer	John Holdsworth & Co, circa 1942
  Commissioner	London Passenger Transport Board, circa 1942
  Designer	Marion Dorn, circa 1942

• Associated companies, people and places

  Company

  Attribute	Value
  Company	London Passenger Transport Board, c1942 John Holdsworth & Co, Halifax., c1942