Other proposed names for the line included the “Walvic line” (Walthamstow – Victoria) and “Viking line” (Victoria – King’s Cross).
When the Victoria Line opened, each station was given a different visual identity using tiled motifs on the platform walls and seat recesses. Well-known designers were asked to produce an individual tile mural for consideration and the designs related to the name of the station or its surrounding area.
Two have changed since the line opened (see Oxford Circus and Green Park).
Do enjoy these photos of the platform tiles and information about each is included, plus some tube geek extras.
1. Walthamstow Central
The Walthamstow Central tube platform tile mural by Julia Black and is an orange tapestry design and an adaptation of a William Morris design.
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2. Blackhorse Road
The Blackhorse Road tube platform tile motif is a black art nouveau horse designed by German-born designer Hans Unger.
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3. Tottenham Hale
The Tottenham Hale tube platform tile motif is of a foot ferry on the River Lea.
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4. Seven Sisters
The Seven Sisters tube platform tile motif is of seven elm trees and is by the German-born designer Hans Unger.
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5. Finsbury Park
The Finsbury Park tube platform tile motif is of a pair of crossed flintlock pistols and is by Tom Eckersley.
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6. Highbury & Islington
The Highbury and Islington tube platform tile motif is of a large house that looks like a castle and is by Edward Bawden.
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7. King's Cross St Pancras
The King's Cross St Pancras tube platform tile motif is quite literal as it is five crowns in the shape of a cross.
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8. Euston
The Euston tube platform tile motif is of the Euston Arch that, ironically, was knocked down before the line opened.
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9. Warren Street
The Warren Street tube platform tile motif is of a maze and is a witty pun on the station's name. It was designed by Crosby/Fletcher/Forbes.
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10. Oxford Circus
The Oxford Circus tube platform tile motif incorporates the circle of the circus with the linking of the Bakerloo, Central and Victoria lines.
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