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  • Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Brigade Officers of the Horse Artillery Commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Brigade Officers of the Horse Artillery Commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Brigade Officers of the Horse Artillery Commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Brigade Officers of the Horse Artillery Commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Brigade Officers of the Horse Artillery Commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Brigade Officers of the Horse Artillery Commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Fair Oaks, Va., Vicinity. Brigade Officers of the Horse Artillery Commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays - Color Morphing Mug Design

This design is a historical photograph of the brigade officers of the Horse Artillery, serving under Lt. Col. William Hays, taken in the vicinity of Fair Oaks, Virginia.

Visual Elements & Composition

The composition is built around the officers themselves. Nothing competes with them: the frame gives over to the figures and their formal bearing, which is the mood the photograph carries throughout. It reads as a documentary image rather than a scene, so the eye goes straight to the group and to the sense of who stands where in the chain of command.

Meaning & Symbolism

Horse Artillery was a mobile arm of the nineteenth-century army, and the photograph records the men who led its brigades. Their placement and posture speak of rank and organisation, while the named commander, Lt. Col. William Hays, anchors the image to a specific unit and command. The Fair Oaks setting ties the portrait to a region shaped by the Civil War, so the picture works as both a record of leadership and a piece of regional history.

Made for a Morning Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and held up close, so this photograph is meant to be read at arm's length, one face at a time. The image only comes fully into view once a hot drink goes in, which suits a piece of history that rewards a slower look. Pour your coffee, wait for the officers to surface, and you have a small, personal piece of the Civil War to start the day with.

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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.