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  • Vintage political map of Australia in pale yellow and blue, with state boundaries, a coordinate grid and city insets.
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Australia (1948) (Map) Accent Coffee Mug

Australia (1948) (Map) Accent Coffee Mug

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Australia (1948) (Map) Accent Coffee Mug

This is a printed lithographic map of Australia from 1948, laid out as a single rectangular sheet with the continent at its centre and the surrounding seas filling the margins.

Visual Elements & Composition

Pale yellow covers almost half the sheet, with cream, pale blue, ochre and sage sharing the remainder. The political map of Australia dominates the frame, its state and territory names set in capitals: AUSTRALIA, NORTHERN TERRITORY, QUEENSLAND, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, NEW SOUTH WALES. Smaller insets carry Tasmania and the city maps of Melbourne and Sydney, while the Indonesian islands and New Guinea sit along the northern edge. The layout is orderly and uncluttered, with no decoration beyond the cartography itself.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map from 1948 records how the country was organised and named at a particular moment, when the postwar mid-century was settling into its borders and its cities. Its scholarly, cartographic character makes it a document as much as an image, and the insets show that the mapmakers cared as much about the urban centres as the vast interior. The design speaks plainly through its title and its date.

On the Accent Coffee Mug

A map on a mug is read in pieces: the continent wraps around the curve as you turn the cup in your hands, so Sydney and Melbourne come into view one after another with each sip. The pale ground and dark lettering stay legible from the side and from above, and the coloured interior keeps the sheet's yellows and blues close to the coffee itself. It is a quiet, cheeky way to keep a little Australian cartography at your elbow every morning.

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Accent ceramic mugs with a glossy white exterior and a colored interior & handle. Offered in 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml), these mugs pair strong visual contrast with everyday durability — lead- and BPA-free.

Bright interiors and matching handles add a crisp pop of color to classic white ceramic. The glossy glaze gives prints a smooth backdrop while the colored inside creates an instant focal point on any table or shelf.

Available in multiple accent colors, these mugs keep a familiar C-shaped handle and a comfortable mouth for sipping. They’re designed to be both decorative and practical, holding up to daily routines without fuss.

  • Material: white ceramic body with colored interior and handle; glossy finish.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) to match different serving needs.
  • Design: high-contrast interior brings vivid attention to your chosen colorway.
  • Safety: lead- and BPA-free, suitable for everyday hot beverages.
  • Function: classic C-handle for secure holding and easy lifting.

These accent mugs are ideal for daily coffee, tea, and cocoa. The colored interior makes them easy to identify in shared kitchens and gives a little designer touch to a breakfast nook.

  1. Everyday use: comfortable for morning routines and built to fit in most cupboards and cupholders.
  2. Office-ready: stand out on a desk without being flashy — useful for communal spaces or personal mugs.
  3. Pairing: mix and match interior colors across sets for a coordinated but lively collection.

Tip: darker interior colors hide light staining better over time; lighter colors show contrast with froth and cream.

These mugs are dishwasher- and microwave-safe, but gentle handling prolongs the finish. Use the top rack for dishwashing and avoid harsh scrubbing pads to keep the glossy surface and color bright.

For best long-term results, hand-wash with mild soap and a soft sponge when possible. Avoid soaking in aggressive detergents and don’t microwave empty mugs.

Two sizes available: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller size fits classic morning pours; the larger one gives space for milk, foam, or an extra-long pour.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.78 4.76
Diameter (in) 3.23 3.39

Note: stated dimensions are nominal; small production tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if you require precise nesting or packaging.