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Arctic Regions (1925) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Arctic Regions (1925) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Arctic Regions (1925) - Black Mug Design

This design is a vintage map of the northern polar regions, drawn in the early 1920s and centred entirely on the Arctic.

Visual Elements & Composition

The northern polar geography sits at the centre of the composition and fills the frame. Nothing competes with it: there are no decorative borders or figures pulling the eye away, so the eye settles on the coastlines and the open polar expanse. The design is pure cartography, arranged the way a reference map would be, which gives it a calm, studied quality.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map of the Arctic from 1925 records a period when the polar regions were still being charted and argued over. Expeditions were pushing north, and every new outline added to a picture that was only partly known. The design stands for that effort to pin down the unknown, and for the curiosity that drove explorers and armchair geographers alike. Its subjects, Arctic regions and polar exploration, are the same ones that defined the era.

Why It Suits This Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and read up close, one quarter-turn at a time. A map on a mug works in that rhythm: each side of the cup offers another stretch of the northern geography, and the handle sets the orientation. Pour a morning coffee or a late-night hot chocolate and the map is the first thing you see, a small piece of 1925 polar history in your hands. It is a good conversation starter for anyone who has ever wondered what the top of the world looked like to the people who first drew it.

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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.