London Underground Transport
One sheet This is a 1950 edition of the iconic London Underground map, originally designed by Harry Beck. This particular iteration is historically significant as it is often cited as Beck's favorite version of his groundbreaking schematic.
Key Historical Details
The Circle Line: This was the first iteration of the map to officially feature the Circle Line as its own distinct entity.
Proposed Extensions: The map displays two planned extensions that were never ultimately completed: the Bakerloo Line extension to Camberwell (visible as a dashed line) and the Northern City Line.
Design Characteristics: It features the signature 45- and 90-degree angles and even spacing that defined Beck's style, moving away from geographical accuracy to prioritize clarity for passengers.
Historical Context: The bottom border includes the address for London Transport's headquarters at 55 Broadway, SW1 (with the phone number ABBey 1234), which was the organization's home for over 90 years.
The "THIS STATION" marker on your specific copy is positioned near the Tower Hill area. These posters were often customized with this label to help travelers orient themselves at specific stations.
Key Historical Details
The Circle Line: This was the first iteration of the map to officially feature the Circle Line as its own distinct entity.
Proposed Extensions: The map displays two planned extensions that were never ultimately completed: the Bakerloo Line extension to Camberwell (visible as a dashed line) and the Northern City Line.
Design Characteristics: It features the signature 45- and 90-degree angles and even spacing that defined Beck's style, moving away from geographical accuracy to prioritize clarity for passengers.
Historical Context: The bottom border includes the address for London Transport's headquarters at 55 Broadway, SW1 (with the phone number ABBey 1234), which was the organization's home for over 90 years.
The "THIS STATION" marker on your specific copy is positioned near the Tower Hill area. These posters were often customized with this label to help travelers orient themselves at specific stations.
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