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Broadway Landing, Appomattox River, Va., Butler's Signal Tower at Point of Rocks, in Distance (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Broadway Landing, Appomattox River, Va., Butler's Signal Tower at Point of Rocks, in Distance (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Broadway Landing, Appomattox River, Va., Butler's Signal Tower at Point of Rocks, in Distance (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

This is a wide river view from the Civil War years, with a signal tower standing far off on the horizon.

Visual Elements & Composition

The picture is built in sepia and muted earth tones, with no bright colour to pull the eye. The Appomattox River and its banks run across the foreground and open into the landscape, drawing the gaze toward Butler's signal tower at Point of Rocks in the distance. The tower is small against the land, so the scene reads as open ground rather than a single subject. There is no text or numerals in the design.

Meaning & Symbolism

Andrew J. Russell photographed this terrain between 1861 and 1865, and the prints were made between 1880 and 1889. The image belongs to Civil War documentary photography, so it records the ground as it stood in the 19th century. Butler's signal tower stands for the communication networks that moved information across Virginia during the war. The landing and the tower together show a working landscape, one shaped by military purpose.

Where the Scene Comes Alive

A mug is turned in the hand and seen from every side, so the panorama wraps around the cup and the tower reappears as you rotate it. The design is hidden when the cup is cold and surfaces as hot coffee or tea warms the walls, so the historic view seems to rise out of the stillness with each pour. It is a quiet gift for anyone who loves history, and a reminder of the past in the first warm sip of the morning.

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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.