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Antietam, Maryland. Confederate Soldiers As They Fell Inside The Fence On The Hagerstown Road (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Antietam, Maryland. Confederate Soldiers As They Fell Inside The Fence On The Hagerstown Road (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Antietam, Maryland. Confederate Soldiers As They Fell Inside The Fence On The Hagerstown Road (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design reproduces a black and white photograph of Confederate soldiers lying where they fell beside the fence along the Hagerstown Road at Antietam, Maryland.

Visual Elements & Composition

Grey tones dominate the image, running from pale light grey across the ground to near-black in the shadowed bodies. The figures lie stretched across bare earth, and the split-rail fence runs through the scene as a firm horizontal, giving the eye a path from one fallen man to the next. Scrub brush breaks the ground at the edges. The photograph sits within a rectangular plate with cracked edges, a detail that marks its age and its status as a record rather than a painted scene.

Meaning & Symbolism

The battle of Antietam was fought on September 17, 1862, and remains the bloodiest single day in American military history. Photographs made in its aftermath helped the public see the true cost of the Civil War. Here the fence is more than a backdrop: it marks the line where these men fell, turning an ordinary field into a precise record of one moment. The monochrome palette keeps attention on the human toll rather than on banners or heroics.

Made for the Hand That Turns It

A mug is turned in the hand, so this scene unfolds gradually. As you rotate it, the fence appears, then the bodies pass across the curve one after another, the way a slow walk along that road would reveal them. The black body of the mug becomes the dark ground beneath the photograph, so the image seems to rest in its own shadow. Each time you lift it, you hold a sober piece of American history close, and it is a thoughtful choice for anyone who reads the Civil War as seriously as they drink their coffee.

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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.