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Captain Jesse Sharpe Barnes, F Company, 4th North Carolina Infantry In Frock Coat (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Captain Jesse Sharpe Barnes, F Company, 4th North Carolina Infantry In Frock Coat (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Captain Jesse Sharpe Barnes, F Company, 4th North Carolina Infantry In Frock Coat (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design presents Captain Jesse Sharpe Barnes in a formal portrait of a Civil War officer, dressed in the knee-length frock coat that marked his rank.

Visual Elements & Composition

Slate grey dominates the image, filling most of the frame with the dark wool of the coat. Gilt gold appears in the rectangular case frame and the coat's piping, while a pale grey backdrop lets the figure stand out. Small touches of deep red and charcoal add contrast. The portrait sits inside a rounded-corner vignette, so the eye moves from the gilt border inward to the seated, upright figure.

Meaning & Symbolism

The frock coat was the standard formal dress for Confederate officers in the mid-nineteenth century, and its cut and buttons set an officer apart from the enlisted men beside him. Barnes served as captain of F Company, 4th North Carolina Infantry, a unit organised in 1861 and part of the Army of Northern Virginia. A captain commanded a company and carried responsibility for the daily running of his men and their movements in battle. The style of the portrait, a hand-tinted tintype in a gilt case, reflects the 1860s, and the image keeps the likeness of a man who took part in major campaigns of the war.

Made for the Morning Cup

A mug is turned in the hand as you drink, so the portrait comes round to meet you with each sip. The vignette is framed on the wall of the mug, giving the captain a steady view across the table while the coffee cools. It is a quiet, serious image, and it suits anyone who likes their history close at hand.

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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.