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Fort Fisher, N.C. Interior View, With Heavy Gun Broken By Bombardment (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Fort Fisher, N.C. Interior View, With Heavy Gun Broken By Bombardment (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Fort Fisher, N.C. Interior View, With Heavy Gun Broken By Bombardment (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a black-and-white view of the battered interior of Fort Fisher, North Carolina, after the Union bombardment of the American Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is built from pale grey sky, mid grey earth, dark grey shadow and near-black detail, all reading as a single tonal range. A large cannon sits on a wooden carriage inside an earthwork, its barrel broken and dominating the centre of the frame. Timber-lined trench lines recede toward the left, drawing the eye deep into the position, while distant earthen mounds close the horizon. A standing man in a dark coat stands beside the gun, giving the viewer a human scale against the wreckage.

Meaning & Symbolism

Fort Fisher guarded the Cape Fear River near Wilmington and kept blockade runners supplying the Confederacy. The campaign of late 1864 and early 1865 aimed to shut that supply route, and this photograph records the result. The shattered gun stands for the failure of a fortified position against modern artillery, and the broken earthwork shows how sustained naval and land pressure could dismantle even a massive defence. It is a sober record of the war's later stages.

Finding the Scene in Your Hands

A mug is turned in the hand, so this scene is revealed one side at a time, the sky and the shattered gun coming into view as you rotate it. It makes a thoughtful piece for a history lover's morning coffee or a quiet evening tea, and it gives the object a story worth sharing across the table.

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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.