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Europe and Adjoining Asia and Africa (1918) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Europe and Adjoining Asia and Africa (1918) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Europe and Adjoining Asia and Africa (1918) - Black Mug Design

This is a classic cartographic view of Europe and the neighbouring parts of Asia and Africa, drawn as it stood in 1918.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is built around the continents themselves. Europe sits at the centre of the composition, with the coastlines of the Mediterranean and the broad sweep of Asia and Africa spreading outward from it. The emphasis is on the shapes of landmasses and the lines that divide them, so the eye travels from one region to the next and reads the layout as a single connected sheet. Place names and boundary lines carry the detail, and they give the design its quiet, technical character.

Meaning & Symbolism

Maps of this kind record how a period understood the world. The year 1918 falls at the close of the First World War, and the borders drawn here reflect the geopolitical arrangements of that moment. The design is a document as much as a picture, a snapshot of the Eastern Hemisphere as cartographers and readers of the early twentieth century saw it. For history enthusiasts and collectors of vintage maps, that fixed moment in time is the point.

Made for the Hand That Holds the Cup

A map like this is meant to be read slowly, and a mug suits that pace. The design wraps around the curve of the vessel, so the coastlines and borders turn as you rotate it, and each region comes into view in turn. Hold it through a morning cup and the continents become a small, personal atlas. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves geography, history, or a good old-fashioned map.

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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.