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A Dead Rebel Soldier, Barefooted, Killed By A Shell, Which Tore His Side Out. The Entrails Are Portruding From His Side (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

A Dead Rebel Soldier, Barefooted, Killed By A Shell, Which Tore His Side Out. The Entrails Are Portruding From His Side (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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A Dead Rebel Soldier, Barefooted, Killed By A Shell, Which Tore His Side Out. The Entrails Are Portruding From His Side (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design reproduces a stark wartime photograph of a fallen Confederate soldier lying in a trench, shown in the aftermath of a shell strike that tore open his side.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a sepia albumen stereoview, and its warm brown tones dominate the frame, with pale earth and cream tones lightening the edges. The soldier lies low against the earthen embankment, barefooted and unmoving, so the eye settles on him first and stays there. The card's framing is visible too: a yellow-ochre mount surrounds the view, and printed lettering runs across it, including the caption "A dead Rebel Soldier, barefooted, killed by a shell, which tore his side out." The composition is plain and documentary, with no decoration competing with the figure.

Meaning & Symbolism

The piece belongs to the photographic record of the American Civil War. The caption places the view in the trenches, and the card carries the series title "Photographic History of the War for the Union," with a copyright entry dated 1865 by E. & H.T. Anthony & Co. These were sold as views of the conflict, and this one was made to show the cost of battle without softening it. The fallen soldier stands for the ordinary men caught in artillery fire, not for a hero or a cause, and that unvarnished witness is what gives the image its weight.

Turning the Cup in the Hand

A mug is held and turned, so this image is met in the hand rather than from across a room. The stereoview was built as a pair of near-identical views meant to be read together, and a rotating cup carries that idea into daily use: the scene is glimpsed, then seen again as the mug turns. The sepia palette suits the slow ritual of a morning coffee, when the cup is lifted close and the photograph stays at eye level.

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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.