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48 x 38 vintage
London Underground map, a iconic diagrammatic design originally conceived by Harry Beck in 1931 and first published in 1933. This specific version appears to be a design by Paul Garbutt, dating to the early to mid-1970s.
Map Details and Identification
Designer: While Harry Beck established the template, this specific layout was updated by Paul Garbutt (New Works Officer for London Transport) in the 1960s and 70s.
Approximate Date: The map likely dates between 1972 and 1979.
Inclusions: The Victoria Line is shown as complete (it was finished to Pimlico in 1972).
Exclusions: The Jubilee Line is not present; work on this line started in 1971, and it opened in 1979. Additionally, "Charing Cross" is still labeled as its predecessor, Trafalgar Square.
Format: This particular item is a large-format poster, often referred to as a Quad Royal size (approximately 127cm x 101cm) used for station displays.
Design Significance
The map is celebrated for its diagrammatic approach, which prioritizes clarity and legibility over geographical accuracy. It uses only vertical, horizontal, and 45-degree diagonal lines to represent the complex transit network. This design revolutionized transit maps worldwide and remains an international icon of graphic design. |
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