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Central America (1973) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Central America (1973) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Central America (1973) - Black Mug Design

Central America (1973) is a map of the isthmus that links North and South America, and its title carries the whole message: a place name and a year, set out plainly.

Visual Elements & Composition

The design is led by its text. The region's name and the numerals 1973 are the only labels the artwork gives, so the composition works like a cartographer's title block, announcing what the viewer is looking at before any detail registers. Nothing in the surrounding material calls for ornament, and the restraint suits a piece meant to be read quickly and then looked at again.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map is an argument about how a place should be seen, and this one asks to be seen through a specific moment. Dating the region to 1973 turns geography into history, placing Central America in the early 1970s, a decade the design's own metadata files under history and regional studies. The piece is a homage to the region and its era, a retrospective look at a place as it stood at a particular point in time.

Turning the Map in Hand

A mug is handled, not hung on a wall. The map is read as the cup turns in the hand, one stretch of the region at a time, and the year surfaces again with each sip. That small, repeated act of turning suits a map: it is always partly seen and then completed by the viewer's own movement. For the history buff, the geography teacher, or anyone who likes a retro atlas on the desk, this is a cheeky way to keep a little regional 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.