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Cedar Mountain, Va. Battlefield Viewed From The West (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Cedar Mountain, Va. Battlefield Viewed From The West (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Cedar Mountain, Va. Battlefield Viewed From The West (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This monochrome stereograph shows a quiet 1860s battlefield in Culpeper County, Virginia, where soldiers rest beneath large trees above a rolling open field.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is built entirely from greys: light grey dominates the sky and open ground, charcoal and mid grey define the shaded trunks and figures, and near black anchors the darkest corners. Paired side-by-side frames give the scene the doubled depth of a period stereograph, and the horizontal panoramic layout stretches the field across the surface so the eye travels slowly from one end to the other. Groups of men in military dress lie or lean against tree trunks, while the open field carries the composition forward.

Meaning & Symbolism

The scene records the Battle of Cedar Mountain, also called Slaughter's Mountain or Cedar Run, fought on August 9, 1862. Confederate forces under Major General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson met Union troops led by Major General Nathaniel Banks on this Virginia Piedmont ridge. The Union army attacked first, but Confederate General A.P. Hill arrived with reinforcements, stabilised Jackson's line and drove the Union back after a fierce five-hour engagement. The fighting left more than 3,000 casualties, and the landscape still carries that weight. The monochrome palette and the quiet, resting figures give the image its somber, reflective mood.

Made for the Morning Cup

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the panorama is never seen all at once. Each turn brings a new stretch of field and another group of figures under the trees, much as a stereograph rewards a long, unhurried look. The handle sits on the side of the mug, leaving the full scene to wrap around the body of the cup for the drinker to discover, one sip at a time.

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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.