About this design
BR-290 RS
BR-290 RS (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This is a road sign, rendered as a flat, no-nonsense shield with the route designations BR-290 and RS stacked one above the other.
Visual Elements & Composition
The design is built from simple geometry: a shield with a pointed bottom edge, divided by a horizontal bar into two rectangular panels. White dominates the artwork, covering most of the surface, while black forms the outline and bar and grey adds quiet detail. The state marker RS sits in the upper panel and the federal route marker BR-290 fills the lower one. Nothing decorative gets in the way. The lettering and numerals do all the work, and the layout reads the way a driver would expect a sign to read: label first, number second.
Meaning & Symbolism
A route marker is a promise of direction. The BR prefix identifies a federal highway in Brazil, 290 is its number, and RS points to Rio Grande do Sul, the southern state the road serves. Together they name a specific stretch of road in a specific region, which is why this design belongs to the world of regional mapping and travel. It is a modern piece, drawn in a flat vector style that matches the clean standards of contemporary road signage, and it celebrates the infrastructure that connects a country's places.
Made for Slow Mornings with a Map in Mind
A mug is a small landscape you turn slowly in your hands, and this shield sits neatly on that curved surface, so the two route markers face you as you lift your cup. It suits anyone who has followed a long road, plans the next trip over breakfast, or just enjoys a good bit of signage. Keep it by the kettle and let the morning coffee double as a quick route check.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Brazil
- Also on
- 1 other mugs & glasses
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.