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6th Massachusetts Bivouacked In Monument Sq., Baltimore (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

6th Massachusetts Bivouacked In Monument Sq., Baltimore (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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6th Massachusetts Bivouacked In Monument Sq., Baltimore (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This sepia albumen-style scene shows the 6th Massachusetts Infantry bivouacked in the middle of Monument Square, Baltimore, with soldiers, tents and makeshift shelters set down in the middle of a city street.

Visual Elements & Composition

Warm sepia dominates the image, covering roughly three-fifths of its surface, with pale cream highlights and dark brown shadows giving it the look of an aged photograph. A tall stone monument column with a statue on its top rises vertically through the frame, anchoring the scene. Beside it, a crowd of marching soldiers and a multi-storey brick building fill the rectangular composition, so the eye moves from the stone column out across the street and the men gathered there.

Meaning & Symbolism

The scene records the regiment's stay in Baltimore in the 1860s, when Union troops were sent to hold Maryland after the riots of April 1861. Baltimore was a border city with deeply divided loyalties, and the tents and campfires in a public square show a civic space turned into a military camp. The makeshift shelters speak to a force always ready to move, living rough while it waited for orders. The monument stands unmoved above the activity, a quiet reminder of the public life the troops had taken over.

Tall Column, Warm Cup

A mug is turned in the hand and read from the handle side, so the monument column can rise up the body of the cup while the soldiers and building wrap around it as you turn it. The black surface sets the sepia tones glowing, the way a well-kept photograph looks against dark card. It makes a thoughtful gift for a history buff who likes their morning coffee with a story attached.

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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.