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Arlington, Va. Brig. Gen. Gustavus A. Derussey (Third From Left) And Staff On Portico Of Arlington House (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Arlington, Va. Brig. Gen. Gustavus A. Derussey (Third From Left) And Staff On Portico Of Arlington House (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Arlington, Va. Brig. Gen. Gustavus A. Derussey (Third From Left) And Staff On Portico Of Arlington House (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This black and white photograph shows Brigadier General Gustavus A. DeRussey and his staff posed together on the portico of Arlington House in Virginia, a formal record of officers at work in the 1860s.

Visual Elements & Composition

Seven uniformed men stand in a tight, orderly group on stone steps before a row of tall columns. Their dark uniforms anchor the frame, while the pale stone façade and light grey tones open up the space behind them. A seated man in a wooden chair holds a straw hat, a relaxed detail set against the rigid lines of the grouping. The General is the third figure from the left, and the composition is built around him.

Meaning & Symbolism

Group portraits of this kind were how military staffs documented themselves, and this one places its subjects inside a building that anchors the Arlington landscape. The columns and portico signal order and permanence, while the careful arrangement of men by rank reflects the chain of command that ran through the administration of the Civil War era. It is a document of people as much as a picture of a place.

Cradled in Your Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the photograph wraps around the cup rather than sitting flat before the eye. Each turn brings another part of the group into view, the way a viewer moves along the steps of the portico. Black is the ground here, so the grey tones of the photograph glow against it, and a morning coffee becomes a quiet moment with a piece of Virginia history.

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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.