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  • Sepia print of a bearded soldier with a bayoneted rifle standing in a field before a wooded mountain.
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22d New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 002 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

22d New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 002 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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22d New York State Militia Near Harpers Ferry, Va., 1861 I.E.1862 002 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design shows a lone soldier of the 22nd New York State Militia standing in a Virginia landscape near Harpers Ferry, drawn from the early years of the American Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The picture is built in sepia tones, with warm tan and pale cream dominating the frame and dark brown and olive grey setting the depth of the landscape. A standing figure in a kepi cap holds a rifle with its bayonet fixed, and the vertical line of the man rises against the horizon. Behind him, a wooded mountain ridge fills the upper field, while an open meadow stretches out below. Near-black accents appear in the shadows, giving the scene its quiet, photographic weight. The image carries the look of a 19th-century sepia albumen photograph, and its only lettering is the regimental identification in the title: the 22d, the 1861 and 1862 dates, and the designation 002.

Meaning & Symbolism

The soldier stands for the volunteer regiments that answered the call to arms in 1861, citizen militia who marched south with their own state's name on their colours. Harpers Ferry was a strategic crossing point of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, and control of it mattered throughout the war, so the mountain backdrop places this unit inside a contested border country. The artwork documents the regiment's presence in Virginia during that defined period, and it works as a commemorative record for anyone tracing the state volunteer units of the Civil War.

Turning the Story in Your Hands

A mug asks to be picked up and turned, and that is exactly how this scene is meant to be seen. As the cup rotates, the soldier passes across the front, the wooded ridge rolls around the curve, and the open field comes back into view, so the whole landscape reveals itself one slow turn at a time. It is the kind of piece you read over a morning cup, lingering on the figure and the rifle while the coffee cools. For the history buff in your life, it turns a daily ritual into a few minutes with the 22nd New York.

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Glossy black ceramic mugs in two practical sizes — 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml). Comfortable C-handle, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and manufactured to be lead- and BPA-free. Note: printed blacks may read slightly different from the mug’s base color.

These mugs are made from solid ceramic with a glossy glaze that gives a deep, even surface for printing. Sublimation printing embeds ink into the glaze so artwork sits smoothly on the mug rather than simply sitting on top — that means better resistance to fading and scratching during normal use.

They’re available in the classic 11-ounce size for everyday black coffee and tea, and a larger 15-ounce cup if you like extra room for milk, foam or a long pour. The C-shaped handle is wide enough for a secure grip and balances the mug well when full.

  • Material: 100% ceramic with a high-gloss finish for punchy, saturated results.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) — choose your routine size.
  • Printing: sublimation process fuses color into the glaze for durable imagery.
  • Safety: lead- and BPA-free; meets common food-contact safety standards.
  • Design note: very dark artwork and the mug’s black base can produce subtle shade differences — add a thin lighter outline to ensure contrast if needed.

These mugs are at home in the kitchen, on the office desk, or tucked into a morning routine. They work for espresso shots, pour-overs, oat-milk lattes — you name it. The larger size is handy when you want a second cup’s worth without a refill.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. Gifting: packs well (wrap with a soft layer) and pairs nicely with coffee beans, tea tins, or a small box of biscuits.

Practical tip: for very dark designs, try a thin light border or a small margin so the artwork reads cleanly against the black ceramic.

These mugs are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, but gentle habits extend the life of the print. We recommend dishwasher use on the top rack and milder cycles when possible.

Hand-washing is the friendliest option: warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool, harsh scouring pads, or blasting with extremely hot industrial cycles. And a quick reminder — don’t microwave an empty mug.

Two sizes: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller cup is the familiar, everyday size; the larger one is for fuller pours and extra-creamy drinks.

Each mug’s mouth and height are proportioned so they’re easy to drink from and easy to clean. If you’re pairing with saucers or nesting in cabinets, expect the 15 oz to be slightly wider and taller than the 11 oz.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.86 4.72
Diameter (in) 3.35 3.35
Diameter with handle (in) 4.72 5.12

Note: dimensions are nominal — small production tolerances may apply. If you need precise fitment (e.g., for nested storage or custom packaging), please allow a small margin.