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  • Bolling House Originally Named Mitchell's (Later Bull Hill ), Possibly Located in Hopewell, Va.(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Bolling House Originally Named Mitchell's (Later Bull Hill ), Possibly Located in Hopewell, Va.(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Bolling House Originally Named Mitchell's (Later Bull Hill ), Possibly Located in Hopewell, Va.(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Bolling House Originally Named Mitchell's (Later Bull Hill ), Possibly Located in Hopewell, Va.(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Bolling House Originally Named Mitchell's (Later Bull Hill ), Possibly Located in Hopewell, Va.(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Bolling House Originally Named Mitchell's (Later Bull Hill), Hopewell, Va. - Color Morphing Mug Design

This is a historical albumen print of the Bolling house in Hopewell, Virginia, with a group of men seated on its steps and lawn during the American Civil War era.

Visual Elements & Composition

The photograph is rendered in monochrome, with warm sepia browns and creamy highlights that give it the soft, aged look of mid-19th-century prints. The house anchors the frame, its facade rising behind the figures, while the men sit in loose, unposed clusters across the foreground. Open lawn fills the lower space, so the eye moves from the people up to the building. There is no text or numerals on the image itself; the story lives entirely in the scene.

Meaning & Symbolism

The house was first called "Mitchell's" and later "Bull Hill," and during the war it belonged to the Bland family. Federal gunboats shelled it during the conflict, which makes this quiet gathering on the lawn a striking contrast to the violence that reached its walls. The photograph was taken between 1861 and 1865 and printed between 1880 and 1889. The building burned in 1925 and was later torn down, so this print is one of the few ways to see it now.

Designed for the Hand and the Morning Cup

A mug is turned in the hand, so the scene reveals itself gradually as you rotate it, the way a historical photograph rewards a closer look. The image is designed to surface as coffee warms the cup, bringing the faint lines of the house and its visitors into view. Each sip becomes a small act of uncovering a vanished piece of Virginia history.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.