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Battery No. 4 Near Yorktown Mounting Ten 13 Inch Mortars Each Weighing 20,000 Pounds. South End (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Battery No. 4 Near Yorktown Mounting Ten 13 Inch Mortars Each Weighing 20,000 Pounds. South End (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Battery No. 4 Near Yorktown Mounting Ten 13 Inch Mortars Each Weighing 20,000 Pounds. South End (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design is a sepia photograph from the Civil War, printed as a glass lantern slide view of Battery No. 4 near Yorktown, where ten massive 13-inch mortars stood at the south end of the position.

Visual Elements & Composition

Browns and greys dominate the image: dark sepia shadows, warm grey stone-like tones, taupe, and soft cream highlights. A large siege mortar sits on its iron carriage at the centre of the frame, with uniformed soldiers standing beside the gun for scale. Stacked cannonballs and a timber-revetted earthwork anchor the lower edges. The picture sits inside a rounded-corner lantern slide frame with an oval-cornered photo window, and the printed legend along the border reads "ORIGINAL WAR VIEWS.—1861-1865" with "Taylor & Huntington,—Hartford, Conn." and the lot number "LOT 11478."

Meaning & Symbolism

The photograph records the heavy siege artillery that defined the Civil War's fortification fights. The 13-inch mortar was among the largest guns of its day, and a battery of them at Yorktown signalled a serious, deliberate siege rather than a skirmish. The soldiers beside the gun show the human scale of that machinery, while the earthwork shows how the position was dug in and defended. Taken in the 1860s and issued as a commercial view series, the image preserves the look of a war that was documented as it happened.

Made for the Coffee Lover Who Loves History

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the scene wraps around the cup and reveals itself one piece at a time, the mortar first, then the soldiers, then the earthworks as the cup tilts. It makes a warm, slightly cheeky gift for the history buff who starts every morning with a debate about the Peninsula Campaign. Every sip brings the siege back into view.

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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.