Poster
1933 (issued)
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One of a set of four colour lithograph posters (E.1497-1500-1933) depicting various scenes promoting the Underground transport system. The stylised design shows a man and a woman (wearing a red, off-the-shoulder gown) sitting in a theatre watching three ballet dancers through opera glasses. Signed.
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Materials and techniques | Colour lithograph |
Brief description | Colour lithograph poster promoting the Underground transport system, the design showing a man and woman watching a ballet. Designed by Longley for the Underground Electric Railways Co. of London, Ltd., 1933. |
Physical description | One of a set of four colour lithograph posters (E.1497-1500-1933) depicting various scenes promoting the Underground transport system. The stylised design shows a man and a woman (wearing a red, off-the-shoulder gown) sitting in a theatre watching three ballet dancers through opera glasses. Signed. |
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Marks and inscriptions | Signed. |
Credit line | Given by the Underground Electric Railways Co. |
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Other number | 25/E12 - V&A microfiche |
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Accession number | E.1499-1933 |
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Record created | June 30, 2009 |
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