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The 1443 Acupoints on the Bronze Man Tee
$65.00
Find your flow in these medical diagrams from the 1443 Illustrated Manual of Acupoints on the Bronze Man, faithfully reproduced on 180gsm certified organic cotton. In White, Khaki and Desert Dust.
Materials
- Fabric Weight: 5.3 oz/yd² (180gsm)
- Fiber Content: 100% organic combed ring-spun cotton
- Yarn Count: 24 singles
- Purity: No toxic dyes, chemical fertilizers, pesticides or formaldehyde
Construction
- Fit: Regular unisex fit
- Stitching: Double needle topstitch on sleeves and bottom hem
- Details: Signature neckprint
Origin & Impact
- Origin: Garment weaved, dyed and sewn in Bangladesh
- Ethics: Fair Wear approved
Care Guide: Machine wash cold, inside-out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach, only when necessary. No fabric softeners. Tumble dry low, or hang-dry for longest life. Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration. Do not dry clean.
Thank you
Your ShirtCastle™ Acupoints on the Bronze Man Tee is made especially for you when you place an order, so it takes some extra time to produce and deliver it. Making shirts on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction — so thank you for your patience and thoughtful purchasing decisions.
Why no polyester
This ShirtCastle™ Tee is made from premium organic cotton and not a poly blend. Here's why that matters to your health.
Size Chart
| SIZE LABEL | LENGTH | WIDTH | SLEEVE LENGTH |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 28 ⅜" | 19 ½" | 9 ¼" |
| M | 29 ⅛" | 21" | 9 ½" |
| L | 29 ⅞" | 22 ⅝" | 9 ⅝" |
| XL | 31 ⅛" | 24 ⅝" | 9 ⅞" |
| 2XL | 32 ⅛" | 26 ⅝" | 10" |
| 3XL | 33 ⅛" | 28 ½" | 10 ¼" |
| 4XL | 33 ⅞" | 30 ½" | 10 ¼" |
| 5XL | 34 ⅝" | 32 ½" | 10 ¼" |
Product measurements may vary by up to 2".
Graphic provenance
The art on the ShirtCastle 1443 Acupoints on the Bronze Man Tee comes from the Tong ren shu xue zhen jiu tu jing (Illustrated Manual of Acupoints on the Bronze Man). While the system was first established in 1026 CE with the casting of bronze acupuncture statues, the 1443 woodcut prints represent the Ming Dynasty’s effort to standardize those original anatomical maps.
The illustrations map the flow of Qi (氣)—the vital energy that animates the body. By printing on both sides of the shirt, we maintain the 360-degree technical view used by 15th-century physicians:
- The Front: Maps the primary energy channels of the chest and abdomen where Qi gathers.
- The Back: Maps the "Shu" (transport) points along the spine that regulate energy flow to the internal organs.
- The "Cun" Measurement: The markings on the art illustrate a unit of measurement defined by the wearer’s own anatomy (specifically the middle finger crease). This ensures that the energy points are located accurately regardless of the person's size.
Source Citation
Title: Tong ren shu xue zhen jiu tu jing (Illustrated Manual of Acupoints on the Bronze Man)
Author: Wang Weiyi (original text, 1026 CE)
Print Date: 1443 CE (Ming Dynasty Edition)
Style: Chinese woodblock printing (Zhengtong Reign)
Repository: The Wellcome Collection, London
License: CC BY 4.0
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