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Brigadier General William G. Mank, Union Officer In The 32nd Indiana Regiment, Full-Length Portrait, Standing, Facing Front (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Brigadier General William G. Mank, Union Officer In The 32nd Indiana Regiment, Full-Length Portrait, Standing, Facing Front (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Brigadier General William G. Mank, Union Officer In The 32nd Indiana Regiment, Full-Length Portrait, Standing, Facing Front (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a full-length, standing portrait of Brigadier General William G. Mank, shown facing the viewer as a Union officer of the 32nd Indiana Regiment.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a black and white photograph, built from soft greys, deep blacks and bright whites. The figure fills the height of the frame, a tall vertical presence in a dark military dress uniform. He holds a sword at his side and a kepi cap in his hand, and both props sit clearly against the lighter background. The photograph is mounted on a rectangular carte, and the printed caption on it reads Bvt. Brig. Genl., a line that places his rank front and centre.

Meaning & Symbolism

Formal standing portraits like this were the calling card of the nineteenth century officer. Stood upright, uniformed and fully equipped, the subject presents authority and service rather than personality. The brevet designation in the caption marks an honorary promotion, a recognition of merit that carried real weight in the Civil War era. The 32nd Indiana Regiment anchors the image to a specific unit, so the portrait works as a record of one man's place within the Union army.

On the Black Mug

A mug is held close and turned in the hand, so the general gets a slow, rotating inspection with every sip. His full height runs up the curved side, meeting the handle as you lift it, and the caption comes round as the cup turns. It is a sharp way to bring a bit of Civil War history to the morning routine, and it suits anyone who loves a good story with their 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.