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  • Black and white stereograph of soldiers on a rough log bridge over a stream, with boulders and a wooden building behind.
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Fauquier Sulphur Springs, Va., Vicinity. Troops Building Bridges Across The North Fork Of The Rappahannock (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Fauquier Sulphur Springs, Va., Vicinity. Troops Building Bridges Across The North Fork Of The Rappahannock (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Fauquier Sulphur Springs, Va., Vicinity. Troops Building Bridges Across The North Fork Of The Rappahannock (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This print captures soldiers at work on a timber bridge across the North Fork of the Rappahannock, near Fauquier Sulphur Springs in Virginia, during the American Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a black and white photograph with a stereograph feel, its tones running from pale sky and light grey down to mid grey, dark grey and near-black. Soldiers gather on a rough timber bridge that spans the stream, and the structure runs across the frame as the main horizontal line. In the foreground, a seated soldier rests on a pile of rocks, while a plank house stands in the background. The stream and stone give the scene its texture, and the restrained palette keeps every detail readable.

Meaning & Symbolism

A river crossing was among the most important problems a field army faced, because a bridge decided when and where troops could move. The scene records the engineering labour behind that movement: men hauling timber, lashing and laying the deck, and holding the line together in the open country of northern Virginia. Photographs like this one were made in the 1860s as documents of the war as it was actually fought, so the bridge stands for logistics and coordination as much as for the army itself.

Turning the Scene in Your Hand

A mug is held and turned, so the bridge and its crowd of soldiers pass slowly across your view as you drink. The handle sits on one side, leaving the photograph to wrap continuously around the cylinder, with the stream and the rocks carrying the eye from one edge to the other. Dark ground suits a monochrome print of this kind, and the pale sky and light timber come forward against it. It makes a thoughtful gift for the history reader on your list, the one who always has a second cup and a first opinion about the Civil War.

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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.