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71st New York State Militia At Washington Navy Yard (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

71st New York State Militia At Washington Navy Yard (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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71st New York State Militia At Washington Navy Yard (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This sepia photograph records a formation of the 71st New York State Militia drawn up at the Washington Navy Yard, a moment of Civil War-era military life caught on a single wide frame.

Visual Elements & Composition

Sepia dominates the image, washing across roughly three-fifths of its surface, with pale cream lifting the highlights and dark brown anchoring the shadows. The composition is built on a long, orderly line of soldiers standing in formation, which runs the width of the picture and gives it a steady, deliberate rhythm. Behind them a large barn-like building rises under a steep, diagonal roofline, while a steamship sits on the water and hills and trees close the horizon. Nothing in the frame competes with the ranks; the eye moves from the soldiers to the waterfront and back again.

Meaning & Symbolism

The formation is the heart of the piece. Standing in line at a naval installation speaks to discipline, regional pride and the organised machinery of the war years, when state militia units were mustered and deployed in and around Washington. The steamship and waterfront place the unit within a working naval landscape, linking infantry to the river and sea that supplied the capital. Its vintage albumen character and documentary tone make it a commemoration of a specific regiment rather than a generic image of war, and that specificity is what gives it weight.

Made for the Hand That Lifts It

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the scene wraps around the cup and reveals itself in pieces: the ranks on one side, the waterfront and steamship as the mug turns. Held close over a morning coffee, the sepia tones feel intimate, like a page from a family album. It makes a thoughtful choice for anyone who likes their history with a warm drink and a story to tell over it.

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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.