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Asia and Adjacent Areas (1942) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Asia and Adjacent Areas (1942) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Asia and Adjacent Areas (1942) - Black Mug Design

This design reproduces a regional map of the Asian continent and the territories bordering it, as they were charted in 1942.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is built around one subject: the landmass of Asia, laid out so its coastlines, interior regions and neighbouring territories read as a continuous whole. Boundaries and place locations carry the composition, and the eye moves outward from the continent's core toward the adjacent areas named in the title. Nothing decorative competes with the geography, so the linework and labels do all the work.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map of this kind records how a region was understood at a particular moment. Drawn in 1942, midway through the Second World War, it captures the territorial picture as it stood during those years, when borders were contested and the global map was being redrawn in real time. Its subjects, which include Asia, regional maps and adjacent areas, place it firmly in the cartographic tradition of the 1940s. Its purpose is the one maps have always served: a straightforward reference for where things were.

Made for the Hand That Holds It

A mug is turned in the hand, so the map never sits still. Each rotation brings a different stretch of coastline and border to the front, and the design reveals itself in pieces, the way a traveller consults an atlas one page at a time. Morning coffee becomes a slow tour of the continent. It makes a cheeky, bookish gift for the history buff or map collector in your life, and a quiet reminder of how differently the world was drawn less than a century ago.

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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.