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Captain William Urlan, Union Officer in the 32Nd Indiana Regiment, Full-Length Portrait, Standing, Facing Front (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Captain William Urlan, Union Officer in the 32Nd Indiana Regiment, Full-Length Portrait, Standing, Facing Front (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Captain William Urlan, Union Officer in the 32nd Indiana Regiment, Full-Length Portrait, Standing, Facing Front - Color Morphing Mug Design

A full-length portrait of Captain William Urlan, an officer of the 32nd Indiana Regiment, presents him standing squarely before the viewer in a formal pose.

Visual Elements & Composition

The figure fills the height of the design, centred and turned directly toward the viewer, so nothing competes with him. His posture is upright and still, the stance of 19th-century formal portraiture. The composition has no narrative distraction: the eye goes straight to his face and the full length of his uniform, which is exactly what the design is built to show.

Meaning & Symbolism

The portrait records rank and regimental identity as much as appearance. Captain Urlan's title and the 32nd Indiana designation are the two facts the picture is organised around, and both mattered in Civil War service. A captain commanded a company, and a regiment number tied a man to a specific unit and its campaigns. Formal standing portraits of the era were made to be kept and passed down, so the image stands as a respectful record of one officer's place in the war.

Made for the Mug in Your Hands

A mug is turned in the hand, so a standing figure reads differently here than on a wall. Rotate the cup and the captain turns with it, close enough to study the uniform and the set of his shoulders. The heat-reactive surface adds a second moment: the design is only faintly visible when the mug is cold and emerges when a hot drink is poured in. The portrait appears gradually, as the cup warms, a quiet reveal that suits a figure presented with such formal dignity.

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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.