Texas 117 1935 (Texas) (Road Sign) T-Shirt

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Texas 117 1935 (Texas) (Road Sign) T-Shirt: Design Description

This t-shirt design pays homage to a piece of Texas history, featuring the iconic 1935 Texas State Highway 117 road sign. The artwork is a direct representation of the marker that would have guided travelers along this secondary route through the Texas Panhandle.

Visual Elements

The design prominently displays the distinctive silhouette of the state of Texas, a familiar emblem of Lone Star pride. Inside the state outline, the route number "117" is boldly presented, signifying the specific highway the sign represented. The word "TEXAS" is also included, further anchoring the design in its historical context.

Color and Style

The color scheme is faithful to the original sign's design: black lettering and border contrasted against a white (or light) background. This classic combination provides a clear and timeless aesthetic. The design aims for a vintage look, capturing the essence of roadside markers from the early 1930s, a testament to the era of expanding infrastructure and the spirit of the open road.

Meaning and Symbolism

The design represents a tangible link to Texas's past, celebrating the state's rich history of road building and transportation. The Texas silhouette is a powerful symbol of identity, and the inclusion of the route number "117" offers a glimpse into the specific geography and network of roads that once connected communities in the Panhandle region. The design evokes a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time, when road signs were functional art and the journey was as important as the destination.

Specifications

SKU
6864c23478d26655fa0c9c21
Condition
New
Material
Solid colors: 100% cotton. Heather/Tweed/Russet: 50% cotton, 50% polyester. Sport Grey/Antique: 90% cotton, 10% polyester.
Production
Printed using Direct-to-Garment (DTG) technology for vibrant, lasting designs.
Origin
Printed in the USA on imported garments (Nicaragua).
Shipping
FREE Shipping to the USA. Orders ship in 2–3 business days. 30-Day hassle-free returns. International Shipping is calculated at Checkout.

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