WIS 108 (Wisconsin) Road Sign T-Shirt
Design Overview
This t-shirt features the iconic road sign for Wisconsin State Trunk Highway 108, showcasing its evolution through time. The design focuses on the visual history of the route marker, a symbol recognized by travelers throughout Wisconsin.
Artwork and Visual Elements
The artwork presents a chronological journey through the sign's various iterations. The design incorporates three distinct sign styles, each representing a different era.
1919-1926: The Circle Style
A white square background provides a clean canvas. A prominent black circle, centered on the square, encases the bold number "108" in white. This classic, early design reflects the initial standardization of state highway markings, representing the establishment of the route.
1926-1940s: The Square Style
This design presents a white square with a black border. Across the top, the word "WISCONSIN" is boldly printed in black. Centered below, the number "108" is displayed in a large, bold, black font. This design shift reflects a desire for increased visibility and clearer identification of the state within the route marker.
Post-1948 to Present: The Modern Shield
The current route marker is also featured, in a white square with a thin black border. "WISCONSIN" is printed in a smaller, reserved font at the top, and below, the number "108" is displayed in a large, bold, black font, centered within the square. This modern style reflects the present-day signage, symbolizing the enduring presence of WIS 108 on Wisconsin's roads.
Meaning and Symbolism
The design represents the ongoing evolution of transportation infrastructure and the historical presence of the WIS 108 route within the Wisconsin landscape. Each sign style reflects a different period in road design, and these elements collectively illustrate the development of state highways.
