A large Vintage London Transport Tube map designed by Paul E. Garbutt, circa 1963 in date.
The map is very detailed, the various tube lines are in different colours with all the stations listed and features the constuction of the Victoria line shown in dots.
This map is very clean and is set in a beautiful walnut gilded frame.
Add this fascinating antique map to a special wall in your home and this historic fine art will decorate your wall for years to come.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation of condition.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 121 cm x Width 145 cm x Depth 4 cm
Dimensions in inches:
Height 4 feet x Width 4 foot, 9 inches x Depth 2 inches
Garbutt, Paul
Paul E Garbutt (1919-2008) was an influential underground railway planner for London Transport from the 1950's to the 1970's. He developed the iconic London Underground tube maps and Diagrams of Lines, which had been originated by Harry Beck, during the 1960's. He was involved in the planning for the Victoria Line, Jubilee line, and the Heathrow extension of the Piccadilly line. The ideas he introduced to the London tube...
Category
20th Century English Walnut Prints