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  • Black-and-white 19th-century print of about twenty uniformed soldiers with a guitar in front of a wooden barracks.
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District Of Columbia. White Officers Of 4th U.S. Colored Infantry At Leisure, Fort Slocum (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

District Of Columbia. White Officers Of 4th U.S. Colored Infantry At Leisure, Fort Slocum (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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District Of Columbia. White Officers Of 4th U.S. Colored Infantry At Leisure, Fort Slocum (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This black-and-white photograph captures officers of the 4th U.S. Colored Infantry relaxing at Fort Slocum, a post within the District of Columbia.

Visual Elements & Composition

The photograph is built from soft off-white, sandy grey and mid grey, with charcoal and near-black providing the darkest accents in the uniforms and shadows. A row of uniformed soldiers stands before a wooden barracks with a gabled, shingled roof, and the frame reads as a rectangular photo print, so the scene feels like a page pulled from an album. Within the group, one soldier plays an acoustic guitar, another plays a stringed instrument, and others sit with wine bottles and glasses. Wooden barrels sit nearby, anchoring the lower half of the composition.

Meaning & Symbolism

The image is a record of ordinary life inside a military post. The guitar, the glasses and the open, unposed stance show men off duty, while the barracks and barrels mark the working routine of the camp. Fort Slocum's presence in the capital during the Civil War placed these officers within the wider machinery of the Union, and the 4th U.S. Colored Infantry gives the picture its specific context. The scene preserves a moment of camp leisure that most histories never record.

Turned in Your Hands

A mug is held and turned slowly, so each part of the scene comes into view one glance at a time. The soldiers, the barracks and the instrument drift past the handle as the cup warms your palms, which suits a photograph meant to be looked at closely. Pour a slow morning brew and let the camp reveal itself a little 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.