Now that the clocks have gone forward one hour in the UK for the start of British Summer Time, it feels like spring is really with us.
Today’s post features beautiful vintage floral posters with a spring theme from the London Transport Museum.
The posters were originally created back in the 1920s and 1930s to encourage Londoners to use the Tube as one of the quickest and most reliable ways to see more of their city.
The artists behind these posters turned to nature for inspiration in the form of crocuses, daisies, daffodils and bluebells. And Kew Gardens, in particular, was featured as an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Apparently, the 1920s and 30s were when art on the London Underground truly blossomed. The predominant style was Art Deco which was modern, colourful and light-hearted, reflecting the optimism of the period.
You can buy reproductions of these seasonal posters, which form part of a Spring Collection, at the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden Piazza or online.
Also, you may like to know that there are mugs, aprons, bags and t-shirts available as part of the collection.
So, why not treat yourself and bring a little spring sunshine into your home…
(Images : London Transport Museum)
elisa rathje says
March 28, 2011 at 12:16 pmso great to see the old illustrations and typefaces, i like them. fascinating colour palette as well! x
Rona says
March 28, 2011 at 1:41 pmThank you for your comment Elisa…they are beautiful aren’t they…and very ‘in’ at the moment!
alice says
March 28, 2011 at 5:03 pmOOOOH GREAT MINDS! I love buying these posters with Thames Ditton or Hampton Court in them for local friends when they move away….you’ve reminded me I must get some for myself! x
Rona says
March 28, 2011 at 5:16 pmWhat a really lovely idea Alice…really thoughtful! I didn’t realise that they did ones of Thames Ditton too… 🙂
Anna says
March 28, 2011 at 7:48 pmSo beautiful! I’ve just discovered the London Transport Musem’s amazing collection, so great to see someone else loving them just as much!
Rona says
March 28, 2011 at 8:43 pmThank you Anna…these posters are just a few from the really huge collection they have, aren’t they!
Fiona Humberstone says
March 30, 2011 at 4:30 pmGorgeous! I LOVE the vintage typography on these
Rona says
March 30, 2011 at 5:05 pmI had a funny feeling you might 🙂