Moquette sample; 'Central line check' design, as used on Central line 1992-tube stock, by Jonathan Sothcott, circa 1990

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Reference number	1997/2993/21
Description	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.
Manufacturer	John Holdsworth & Co
Dates	circa 1990
Collection	Vehicle parts
Object type	Moquette sample
Location	Acton Depot
Completeness	76% 76% ?

• Physical description

  Dimensions

  Attribute	Value
  Height	300mmm
  Width	215mm

  Colour

  Attribute	Value
  Colour	Blue Red Grey

  Item content

  Attribute	Value
  Text	CENTRAL LINE H 745-WT/m

  Design

  Attribute	Value
  Material	Wool
  Pattern name	Central line check
  Pattern repeat	36mmx70mm
  Pile	Cut

• People involved

  Role	Person(s) involved
  Manufacturer	John Holdsworth & Co, circa 1990
  Commissioner	London Transport, circa 1990
  Designer	Jonathan Sothcott, circa 1990

• Associated companies, people and places

  Company

  Attribute	Value
  Company	London Transport, c1990 DCA Design consultants, c1990 John Holdsworth and Co, c1990
  Line	Central, 1992