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Cedar Mountain, Va. Family Group Before The House In Which Gen. Charles S. Winder (C.S.A.) Died (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Cedar Mountain, Va. Family Group Before The House In Which Gen. Charles S. Winder (C.S.A.) Died (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Cedar Mountain, Va. Family Group Before The House In Which Gen. Charles S. Winder (C.S.A.) Died (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design reproduces a staged family portrait taken in front of a house in Cedar Mountain, Virginia, the building associated with the death of Confederate General Charles S. Winder.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a monochrome stereograph, shown as a pair of side-by-side frames that give the scene its archival depth. Light grey and charcoal dominate, with mid grey and near black setting the shadows. A stone cabin with a shingled, pitched roof anchors the centre, and the family group sits outdoors among wooden tables and chairs, with a group of women in long skirts seated closest to the viewer. A man stands in the cabin doorway, while tall trees frame the edges. Everything is arranged with the formality of the period, so the figures and the building read as one composed unit.

Meaning & Symbolism

The picture belongs to the 1860s, when families posed with their homes as a record of place and belonging. Here that domestic setting carries heavier weight. Cedar Mountain was the site of a battle in August 1862, and the house pictured is tied to the death of General Winder, a Confederate commander. The family group, the doorway and the stone walls together document a specific Virginia landscape and the people who lived within the conflict's reach, making the scene a quiet reminder of how ordinary life and war shared the same ground.

Made for the Hand That Lingers

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the stereograph wraps around the curve and reveals itself a little at a time, the way a stereo pair rewards a second look. The grey tones suit slow mornings and long pauses over a cup, and the scene invites a closer look with each sip. For anyone who loves American history or Virginia's past, it turns a daily ritual into a moment of reflection.

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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.