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Atlantic Ocean (1939) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Atlantic Ocean (1939) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Atlantic Ocean (1939) - Black Mug Design

This design takes the Atlantic Ocean as its sole subject and fixes it to a single year, 1939, with nothing else competing for attention.

Visual Elements & Composition

The composition is minimalist. The ocean fills the field, and the design relies on that expanse rather than on added figures, ornament or scenery. The year appears as the only text, which anchors the image as a dated record. Nothing is crowded in, so the eye settles on the water and its open reach, the way a chart does when its margins are left clear.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Atlantic stands for transoceanic travel, trade and exploration, and in 1939 it carried a particular weight. That was the year Europe slid toward war, and the ocean that had linked continents for centuries was about to become a theatre of crossings, convoys and crisis. The design does not dramatise this. It presents the sea as a historical fact, in the spirit of mid-century cartography, and lets the date do the work of reminding you what the water witnessed.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is held close and turned slowly, so the design reveals itself in stages as you rotate it. The Atlantic is continuous, and a single year printed on a curved surface suits that sense of the sea wrapping around the cup. Each sip brings the same vast water back into view, a quiet reminder of the year it was charted in.

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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.