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  • Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903) The Barge Of The Maharaja Of Benares - Oil on canvas c1883 - Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903) The Barge Of The Maharaja Of Benares - Oil on canvas c1883 - Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903) The Barge Of The Maharaja Of Benares - Oil on canvas c1883 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903) The Barge Of The Maharaja Of Benares - Oil on canvas c1883 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903) The Barge Of The Maharaja Of Benares - Oil on canvas c1883 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

Edwin Lord Weeks painted a gilded river barge drifting across the Ganges, its owner's pennants and canopy catching the late light at the city of Benares.

Visual Elements & Composition

The barge sits low on the water and fills the centre of the canvas, its ornate cabin and awning rendered in warm golds, reds and deep shadow. Boatmen and attendants occupy the decks, small against the structure, so the eye moves from the vessel to the crowded waterfront beyond. Behind them rise the stepped ghats and temple facades of Benares, painted in pale ochres and sun-bleached whites. The river takes up the lower third in long, broken strokes of reflected colour, and the sky above is kept clear and bright, giving the whole scene an unhurried, airy rhythm.

Meaning & Symbolism

The barge stands for the authority and ceremony of the Maharaja, a ruler whose river procession turned a simple crossing into a public display of rank. Weeks, an American painter working in the orientalist tradition, travelled in India in the 1880s and came back with scenes like this one, where European viewers met a city they had only read about. The painting is as much about looking as it is about the place: the artist observes a ceremonial world from the riverbank and records its colour and light with care.

Why It Works on This Mug

A mug is held close and turned slowly in the hand, so the barge drifts past the eye one section at a time as the cup moves. The wraparound design means the procession never stops at a single edge. The image is also hidden until the mug warms, and when a hot drink goes in, the river scene emerges from the glaze. That slow reveal suits a painting that is itself about a grand vessel coming into view across the water.

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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.