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Atlanta, Ga., Vicinity. Federal Pickets Before The City (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Atlanta, Ga., Vicinity. Federal Pickets Before The City (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Atlanta, Ga., Vicinity. Federal Pickets Before The City (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a black-and-white photograph of Union soldiers on picket duty outside Atlanta in 1864, a single monochrome scene that holds the quiet before a major campaign.

Visual Elements & Composition

Grey tones dominate the scene, with pale grey highlights and charcoal shadows giving it the flat, documentary look of a period print. Seated soldiers in uniform and hats rest near an open-sided wooden shelter with a gabled, shingled roof. A standing soldier holds a rifle, while stacked firewood and scattered brick rubble fill the ground and trees rise behind them. The only text is a small numeral, 3628, tucked into the image like a stray field mark.

Meaning & Symbolism

Pickets formed the army's outer watch, posted at the edge of the line to track Confederate movements, guard against surprise attacks and tighten pressure on the city. The scene captures the waiting before the fight. Sherman's Atlanta Campaign of 1864 drove the Union advance toward a critical Confederate transportation and industrial hub, and the city fell on September 2, 1864. The brick rubble and shelters speak to the frontline realities of the advance. Period photographers such as George N. Barnard recorded these positions, and their images remain a direct window onto the preparations that led to one of the war's turning points.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is lifted and turned, so the image unfolds in pieces. The soldiers come into view as the mug moves, and the shelter and rubble slide around the curve as you rotate it. The handle sits to one side, leaving the scene open across the front. Pour a morning coffee and let the watchful figures keep you company, a quiet nod to the long patience of the men who held their posts outside Atlanta.

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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.