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A Full Brass Band Composed Of Women, Heading One Of The Posts From The Dept. Of Pa. (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

A Full Brass Band Composed Of Women, Heading One Of The Posts From The Dept. Of Pa. (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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A Full Brass Band Composed Of Women, Heading One Of The Posts From The Dept. Of Pa. (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design reproduces an early-1900s street photograph of a complete brass band made up entirely of women, marching at the head of a departmental post from Pennsylvania.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a black-and-white photograph framed by a black border, built from soft greys, pale greys and deep charcoal. Long dark skirts and instruments fill the centre of the scene as the marchers move down the street in a steady line. A man in a dark uniform and cap leads the column, flag-carrying marchers follow, and a bass drummer keeps time at the back. Along the edges, a crowd of spectators holds up umbrellas beneath brick storefronts. Legible signage reads HOUSEHOLD, SEWING MACHINE, TREGO and M.B. DODGE & SON, anchoring the parade to a real town street.

Meaning & Symbolism

The title places the band within a post of the Department of Pennsylvania connected to the U.S. Civil War, so the procession reads as an act of civic memory. Veterans' organisations kept their ranks alive through parades like this one, and the uniformed leader and the flags make that purpose plain. The all-female band is the detail that carries the story forward: women's musical participation in these public gatherings was visible, organised and deliberate. The shopfronts and spectators show the parade belonging to the everyday life of the community.

Turning the Parade in Your Hands

A mug is held and turned, so the procession unfolds gradually as you rotate it, with the leader at the front and the drummer at the rear, the crowd bending around the curve. Its black surface sets the photograph's monochrome tones in the same key as the original print. Each sip brings the scene back to the hand, a small, close view of a historic street that rewards a slow look.

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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.