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Antietam, Maryland. Group Of Federal Artillery Offices On Battlefield (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Antietam, Maryland. Group Of Federal Artillery Offices On Battlefield (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Antietam, Maryland. Group Of Federal Artillery Offices On Battlefield (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This black-and-white photograph shows a group of Union artillery officers gathered on the battlefield at Antietam, Maryland, in the years of the American Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a stereoscopic photograph, and its tones run from deep blacks through soft greys to bright whites. Six uniformed men fill the frame, three seated in front and three standing behind them, with a canvas tent and camp behind the group. The soldiers' dark uniforms and the shadowed tent anchor the scene, while the pale highlights of the ground and sky lift the figures out of the murk. Nothing in the composition is decorative; every element is a working part of the camp.

Meaning & Symbolism

Photographs like this were staged to record the officers who commanded, not the chaos of the fighting itself. The men are the story: the people who directed the deployment and firing of cannon, coordinated with the infantry, and managed ammunition under fire. The battle they stood near, fought on September 17, 1862, also called the Battle of Sharpsburg, remains one of the bloodiest single days in American history. The photograph keeps that human leadership on record alongside the wider campaign it shaped.

Carried in the Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hands, so the image wraps around the cup as you rotate it, revealing the officers one at a time rather than all at once. It is a quiet, unhurried way to meet a piece of history, which suits the first cup of the morning. Every sip brings the same somber group back into view, a small and steady reminder of the men who held the line at Antietam.

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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.