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Atlantic Ocean (1968) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Atlantic Ocean (1968) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Atlantic Ocean (1968) - Black Mug Design

This design gives the Atlantic Ocean a mid-century makeover, reducing a vast stretch of sea to its waves and horizon.

Visual Elements & Composition

Blues and teals dominate the piece, with seafoam green lightening the lower waters. The artwork is built from rhythmic bands of water that roll across the surface, each one a little softer than the last. A single horizon line sits low and steady, giving the eye somewhere calm to rest. Nothing competes with the sea. There are no figures, no ships and no text, just layered water and open space.

Meaning & Symbolism

The ocean has long stood for distance, crossing and the pull of the unknown, and this design keeps those ideas at a comfortable remove. The horizon suggests the far edge of the Atlantic, the point where sea and sky meet and journeys begin. The 1968 styling brings a nostalgic, retro sensibility, when coastal views were rendered with flat colour and clean simplicity. The result is a tranquil picture of nature on a grand scale, reduced to its essentials.

Turned in Your Hands

A mug is a small landscape you hold close and turn slowly, so the waves on this design travel around the curve as you rotate it, and the horizon catches the light at the rim. Every sip brings the sea a little nearer. It is a quiet way to start a morning, and a cheeky reminder that the ocean can wait while you finish your coffee.

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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.