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Francesco Guardi (1712-1793) Le Doge de Venise remercie le Conseil majeur - Oil on Canvas 1775 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

Francesco Guardi (1712-1793) Le Doge de Venise remercie le Conseil majeur - Oil on Canvas 1775 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Francesco Guardi (1712-1793) Le Doge de Venise remercie le Conseil majeur - Oil on Canvas 1775 - Color Morphing Mug Design

Francesco Guardi's 1775 oil painting shows the Doge of Venice addressing the Great Council in a ceremonial scene, and it is a proper slice of Venetian pomp to carry around in your hand.

Visual Elements & Composition

The painting is built on warm tones and earth tones, with a classical palette that keeps the whole scene glowing rather than gloomy. Architecture dominates: the Doge's Palace rises around the assembly, and Guardi fills the frame with its arches, interiors and crowded ranks of figures. Light does the heavy lifting, falling across the robes and hall in soft gradations that give the canvas its characteristic 18th-century texture.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Doge was the elected head of the Venetian Republic, and the Great Council, or Maggior Consiglio, was the body that made the city's laws. A Doge thanking that council was a moment of political tradition, a public reaffirmation of how Venice governed itself. Guardi painted it in the Rococo and Vedutismo manner, where grand architecture and social hierarchy become the real subject, and the solemn, stately mood reflects a republic that loved its own ceremony.

Turning the Scene in Your Hands

A mug is a scene you turn in your hand, so the Doge's Palace drifts past as the cup moves, and each sip brings a different part of the hall into view. Warm the mug with a fresh pour and the hidden design comes up through the surface, as if the ceremony is being revealed a little at a time. It is a fitting way to meet a painting of a great public moment: slowly, and with your own coffee at the centre of the room.

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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.