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About this design
Anhui Expwy S36 sign no name
Anhui Expwy S36 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, graphic portrait of an Anhui Expressway S36 road sign from China, rendered as a clean piece of highway wayfinding.
Visual Elements & Composition
The sign is built from a rounded rectangle split into two horizontal bands. A broad green panel takes up most of the field, carrying the route designation S36 in white. Above it, a narrow yellow header band holds the Chinese characters 皖, 高 and 速, the provincial and expressway markers that identify the road. Thin dark grey accents sit at the edges. The layout is centred and symmetrical, so the eye lands straight on the numerals, with nothing competing for attention.
Meaning & Symbolism
Every element is there to be read at speed. The green field and yellow header follow the colour logic of Chinese expressway signage, where contrast does the work of directing a driver before a word is registered. The S36 designation is a route code, and the province character 皖 is Anhui's regional mark, so the sign tells you where you are and where the road leads. The design is a modern tribute to the signage of Anhui's expressway network, reduced to its structure and its information.
Made for the Hands
A mug is turned in the hand, so the sign's two bands wrap around the cup as you rotate it, the yellow header rising above the green route panel as you lift it to your lips. Each glance reveals a little more of the designation, much like a driver catching the next marker on a long run. It is a quiet, cheeky piece for anyone who has ever found comfort in a well-placed route number on a long drive.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.