A London icon (of sorts) has been recreated in canvas, courtesy of this London Underground Tube Tent.
Tag: London Underground
London Transport Museum 1960’s Luggage Racks
For a novel shelving solution, check out the London Transport Museum's stock of 1960's Luggage Racks salvaged from decomissioned Metropolitan Line trains.
Vintage Notting Hill Gate Enamel Signs
Long before that Richard Curtis film, Notting Hill was cool and credible, not least because of the carnival. It was also the setting for Absolute Beginners and the films Performance and The Knack …and How to Get It.
With these cultural touchstones in mind, you might be interested in the collection of Vintage Notting Hill Gate Enamel Signs. There are three types available; large (75cm square priced £750), small (64cm, £65) or long (150cm by 21cm for £575). These are genuine vintage items so you can expect a few straps and scratches, but these should add to the character of the signs.
Buy them online at Pedlars.
London Underground Film Map Collection
The London Underground map is an accepted design classic in its own right, but its reinterpretation for the London Underground Film Map Collection, gives it a different spin.
Here the station names have been replaced mainly with the names of films which have been filmed near that station in the past 70 years. Other stations have been renamed with actors, directors or television shows with local connections. The design is available on various products including mugs, t-shirts and placemats.
Prices range from £4.95 for a travelcard wallet up to £24.95 for a set of placemats. See the whole collection online at the London Transport Museum shop.
Handmade Tube Map lampshade by The Old Lamp Shed
A classic design adapts itself to a smart bit of home design – this handmade Tube Map lampshade by The Old Lamp Shed.
As you've probably worked out, this is based on Harry Beck's 1931 design of the London Underground, which is still used, in amended form, today. The vintage print is on Italian laid paper and fits a standard lamp or large table lamp – sizes 12-inch, 14-inch and 16-inch are available.
Depending on the size you choose, prices start at £38.
