“School and Family Charts, No. XIII: The Chromatic Scale of Colors.”

Description

Created in 1860 (and widely republished in the late 19th century) by American educators Marcius Willson and Norman Allison Calkins, this educational chart was designed for classrooms and homes to teach children the principles of color mixing, harmonies, and optics.

This lightweight cotton tee brings a quiet, curious energy to your everyday wardrobe. Printed with a vintage-style “school and family charts” graphic, the design layers colorful overlapping circles and annotated rings—like a page pulled from a well-loved classroom poster. Wear it when you’re settling into a slow morning with coffee, teaching or tutoring, strolling through a museum, or simply wanting a touch of playful intellect in a casual outfit. The soft white background makes the chart pop while keeping the look breezy and easy to layer. It reads like a personal nod to lifelong learning—subtle, smart, and a little nostalgic.