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Asia and Adjacent Areas (1951) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Asia and Adjacent Areas (1951) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Asia and Adjacent Areas (1951) - Black Mug Design

This design is a vintage 1951 map of Asia and the territories around it, reproduced as a straightforward record of how the region was charted in the middle of the twentieth century.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map fills the field with the continent itself. Nothing competes with it: there are no decorative borders, illustrations or ornamental flourishes. Coastlines, land masses and the boundaries of neighbouring regions carry the composition, so the eye moves from one territory to the next and reads the layout as a whole. The design centres entirely on its specified geographic scope, which gives it the calm, orderly look of a reference sheet rather than a picture.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map of this kind is a document of its moment. In 1951 it recorded territories as they were understood then, using the cartographic conventions of mid-century publishing, and that is what makes it worth looking at now. It belongs to the tradition of atlases and classroom wall maps, where geography was presented plainly so that students, travellers and officials could learn where things were. The print is less a statement about Asia than a window onto how the world was drawn and taught at that time.

Where the Map Meets the Mug

A mug is a thing you turn in your hands. Each quarter turn brings another stretch of the map into view, so the continent is read in pieces, the way a traveller would follow a route. Your thumb finds the curve of the handle, and the coastlines roll around the body of the cup as you sip. It is a good way to spend a slow morning with a bit of history in your hands, and a small reminder that the old maps still have plenty to say.

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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.