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Charles Darwin Tree Of Life Sketch T-Shirt

Charles Darwin Tree Of Life Sketch T-Shirt
Reproduced from a sketch from Charles Darwin's 1837 notebooks, this design shows Darwin's first known representation of what has since become known as the evolutionary "Tree of Life". Above the diagram Darwin has written the words "I think". In "On The Origin of Species" Darwin explained his theory thus: "From the first growth of the tree, many a limb and branch has decayed and dropped off; and these fallen branches of various sizes may represent those whole orders, families, and genera which have now no living representatives, and which are known to us only in a fossil state. As we here and there see a thin straggling branch springing from, a fork low down in a tree, and which by some chance has been favoured and is still alive on its summit, so we occasionally see an animal like the Ornithorhynchus or Lepidosiren, which in some small degree connects by its affinities two large branches of life, and which has apparently been saved from fatal competition by having inhabited a protected station. As buds give rise by growth to fresh buds, and these, if vigorous, branch out and overtop on all sides many a feebler branch, so by generation I believe it has been with the great Tree of Life, which fills with its dead and broken branches the crust of the earth, and covers the surface with its ever branching and beautiful ramifications."
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Reproduced from a sketch from Charles Darwin's 1837 notebooks, this design shows Darwin's first known representation of what has since become known as the evolutionary "Tree of Life". Above the diagram Darwin has written the words "I think". In "On The Origin of Species" Darwin explained his theory thus: "From the first growth of the tree, many a limb and branch has decayed and dropped off; and these fallen branches of various sizes may represent those whole orders, families, and genera which have now no living representatives, and which are known to us only in a fossil state. As we here and there see a thin straggling branch springing from, a fork low down in a tree, and which by some chance has been favoured and is still alive on its summit, so we occasionally see an animal like the Ornithorhynchus or Lepidosiren, which in some small degree connects by its affinities two large branches of life, and which has apparently been saved from fatal competition by having inhabited a protected station. As buds give rise by growth to fresh buds, and these, if vigorous, branch out and overtop on all sides many a feebler branch, so by generation I believe it has been with the great Tree of Life, which fills with its dead and broken branches the crust of the earth, and covers the surface with its ever branching and beautiful ramifications."
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Our men's t-shirts are all high quality, heavyweight (190gsm), 100% ringspun semi-combed cotton. They are certified vegan and are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.


Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are guidelines and subject to manufacturing tolerances - our larger sizes run small in comparison to other brands, please check below carefully before ordering)
SizeTo Fit ChestHeight (a)Width (b)
Extra Small35-36" (90cm)68cm48cm
Small36-38" (94cm)70cm50cm
Medium38-40" (99cm)74cm52cm
Large41-42" (106cm)76cm55cm
Extra Large43-44" (111cm)77cm58cm
XXL45-47" (117cm)78cm61cm
3XL47-49" (122cm)80cm63cm
4XL50-52" (130cm)82cm67cm
5XL53-55" (137cm)86cm70cm
(Height (a) = top of collar to bottom of garment; Width (b) = armpit to armpit)
N.b. in the event of garments from our usual supplier being unavailable/out of stock, we will substitute for an equivalent or better quality garment from an alternative supplier.
If you have very specific size requirements please contact us to discuss.

Women's Round-Neck T-Shirts

Our round-neck women's t-shirts are all high quality, 100% organic cotton.
All our garments are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.


Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are approximate)
SizeTo Fit SizeHeight (a)Width (b)
SmallUK823" (59cm)17" (43cm)
MediumUK1023.5" (60cm)18" (46cm)
LargeUK1224" (61cm)19" (49cm)
Extra LargeUK1424.5" (62cm)20.5" (52cm)
XXLUK1625" (63cm)22" (55cm)
3XL*UK1826" (64cm)23" (58cm)
4XL*UK2027" (64cm)24" (60cm)
(Height = top of front collar to bottom of garment; Width = armpit to armpit)
*Available in black only

Women's V-Neck T-Shirts

Our women's v-neck t-shirts are a longer, looser fit than our standard round-neck women's, and are 100% cotton.
All our garments are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.

Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are approximate)
SizeTo Fit SizeHeightWidth
SmallUK825" (64cm)17" (43cm)
MediumUK10-1226" (66cm)19" (48cm)
LargeUK1427" (69cm)20" (51cm)
Extra LargeUK1628" (71cm)22" (56cm)
XXLUK1829" (74cm)23" (59cm)
(Height = top of collar to bottom of garment; Width = armpit to armpit)

N.b. in the event of garments from our usual supplier being unavailable/out of stock, we will substitute for an equivalent or better quality garment from an alternative supplier.
If you have very specific size requirements please contact us to discuss.

Our children's t-shirts are all high quality, heavyweight, 100% ringspun cotton.
All our garments are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.

Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are approximate)
SizeTo Fit ChestHeight (a)Width (b)
1-2 Years24"41cm28cm
3-4 Years26"44cm31cm
5-6 Years28"47cm35cm
7-8 Years30"51cm39cm
9-10 Years33"55cm43cm
11-12 Years37"58cm46cm
(Height = top to bottom of garment; Width = armpit to armpit)
N.b. in the event of garments from our usual supplier being unavailable/out of stock, we will substitute for an equivalent or better quality garment from an alternative supplier.
If you have very specific size requirements please contact us to discuss.

Our ground-breaking recycled t-shirts are made from 100% recycled materials and are, to our knowledge, the first commercially produced t-shirts made from recycled cotton. The fabrics are produced in India from 60% recycled organic cotton and 40% recycled polyester. The cotton waste from normal production is saved ("salvaged") and shredded until broken into individual fibres. These are then blended with locally recycled polyester and spun into yarn. The knitting, dying and manufacturing are carried out in established facilities in Tamil Nadu, renowned for high ethical labour standards and low environmental impact. These products are certified under the Global Recycle Standard (GRS) and the Organic Content Standard (OCS), and carry the appropriate certification marks, licensed by the Control Union 
All our garments are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.


Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are approximate)
SizeTo Fit ChestHeight (a)Width (b)
Small37-38" (95cm)26.8" (68cm)19.7" (50cm)
Medium39-40" (100cm)28" (71cm)20.9" (53cm)
Large41-42" (105cm)28.7" (73cm)22" (56cm)
Extra Large43-44" (110cm)29.5" (75cm)23.2" (59cm)
XXL45-46" (116cm)30.2" (77cm)24.4" (62cm)
(Height = top of collar to bottom of garment; Width = armpit to armpit)
If you have very specific size requirements please contact us to discuss.

Our long-sleeve t-shirts are all high quality, heavyweight, 100% combed cotton.
All our garments are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.


Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are approximate)
SizeTo Fit ChestHeight (a)Width (b)
Small37"-38"25" (64cm)19.5" (50cm)
Medium39"-40"25.5" (65cm)21.5" (54cm)
Large41"-42"26.5" (67cm)22.5" (57cm)
Extra Large43"-44"27" (69cm)23" (59cm)
XXL45"-46"27.5" (70cm)25" (64cm)
3XL47"-48"28" (72cm)26" (66cm)
4XL49"-50"28.5" (73cm)27" (69cm)
5XL51"-55"29.5" (75cm)28" (71cm)
(Height = top of collar to bottom of garment; Width = armpit to armpit)
N.b. in the event of garments from our usual supplier being unavailable/out of stock, we will substitute for an equivalent or better quality garment from an alternative supplier.
If you have very specific size requirements please contact us to discuss.

Our hooded-tops are all high quality, heavyweight, 80% combed cotton/20% polyester mix.
All our garments are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.


Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are approximate)
SizeTo Fit ChestHeight (a)Width (b)
Small37"-38"26.8" (68cm)20.9" (53cm)
Medium39"-40"27.6" (70cm)22" (56cm)
Large41"-42"28.3" (72cm)23.2" (59cm)
Extra Large43"-44"29.1" (74cm)24.4" (62cm)
XXL45"-46"29.9" (76cm)25.6" (65cm)
3XL47"-48"30.7" (78cm)26.8" (68cm)
4XL49"-50"31.5" (80cm)28" (71cm)
5XL51"-55"32.3" (82cm)29.1" (74cm)
(Height = top of collar to bottom of garment; Width = armpit to armpit)
N.b. in the event of garments from our usual supplier being unavailable/out of stock, we will substitute for an equivalent or better quality garment from an alternative supplier.
If you have very specific size requirements please contact us to discuss.

Our sweatshirts are all high quality, heavyweight, 80% combed cotton/20% polyester mix.
All our garments are ethically produced: read our full ethical policy here.


Size Guide (N.b. all sizes are approximate)
SizeTo Fit ChestHeight (a)Width (b)
Small37"-38"26" (66cm)20.5" (52cm)
Medium39"-40"26.8" (68cm)21.7" (55cm)
Large41"-42"27.6" (70cm)22.8" (58cm)
Extra Large43"-44"28.3" (72cm)24" (61cm)
XXL45"-46"29.1" (74cm)25.2" (64cm)
3XL47"-48"29.9" (76cm)26.4" (67cm)
4XL49"-50"30.7" (78cm)27.6" (70cm)
5XL51"-55"31.5" (80cm)28.7" (73cm)
(Height = top of collar to bottom of garment; Width = armpit to armpit)
N.b. in the event of garments from our usual supplier being unavailable/out of stock, we will substitute for an equivalent or better quality garment from an alternative supplier.
If you have very specific size requirements please contact us to discuss.

Postage and packing charges are calculated on a flat-rate basis, regardless of how many items are ordered.

The table below summarises our current rates for postage and packing:

DestinationCost (£GBP)Cost (€EURO)Cost ($USD)Notes
United Kingdom£4.95€5.95$6.95Nb. FREE UK delivery for orders over £50.00
European Union£11.95€14.45$17.45
USA & Canada£14.95€17.95$21.45
Rest of the World£19.95€23.95$28.95

PLEASE NOTE: Due to Brexit, orders made for delivery to EU countries, as well as all other countries outside the UK, may now incur additional customs fees/taxes/charges. Please check your local customs guidance, as fees vary from country to country. Customers will be responsible for payment of these fees, so please factor this in before purchasing.

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If you receive a shirt but decide that it is either too large or too small we will be happy to exchange it for the correct size. Simply send it back to us at the address below unworn and unwashed. Please make sure that you also complete and return the returns form that is enclosed with your order detailing your name, address, and correct size.
The address for all returns is:

RedMolotov.com
T34 Limited,
First Floor, 17 Worcester Rd,
Bromsgrove,
Worcestershire,
B61 7DL

We are so confident that you will be happy with the quality of your shirts that we offer a 100% money-back, no quibble returns policy. All that we ask is that the shirt is returned unworn and unwashed, and that you specify why you are unhappy with the goods on the returns form that is included with all orders.
If you have lost your returns form, you may download a new one.
For full details of our returns policy, please read our Terms and Conditions.

At RedMolotov.com we specialise in producing high-quality, ethically-sourced t-shirts. We pride ourselves in using the best materials we can find, which is why our t-shirts will not fall out of shape after a few washes like other cheaper varieties you may find for sale elsewhere.

We also use our printing expertise to put our designs onto other clothing - in fact, we can print designs on an amazing variety of things. Just email us if you have a special requirement.

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