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Fredericksburg, Va. Nurses And Officers Of The U.S. Sanitary Commission (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Fredericksburg, Va. Nurses And Officers Of The U.S. Sanitary Commission (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Fredericksburg, Va. Nurses And Officers Of The U.S. Sanitary Commission (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a monochrome 1860s scene of a group of about a dozen men and women gathered outdoors in Fredericksburg, Virginia, dressed in 19th-century clothing.

Visual Elements & Composition

The piece is a horizontal rectangle built as a group composition, with figures spread across a yard and no single face pulled forward. Everything is rendered in dark grey, mid grey and light grey, giving the scene an albumen-era black and white quality with soft tonal shifts rather than hard contrast. The women stand out in long dark skirts and bonnets, and a bare-branched tree rises beside a plank-walled shed with an open doorway, anchoring the right side of the frame. The shed's open door draws the eye inward, toward the people gathered in front of it.

Meaning & Symbolism

The scene records the work of the U.S. Sanitary Commission, a civilian organization founded in 1861 to supply Union soldiers with medical goods, organize hospitals and improve sanitary conditions in camps. Fredericksburg was the site of the major battle of December 1862, which placed these nurses and officers at the centre of wartime relief. The women represent the volunteer nursing that was becoming a recognised profession during the conflict, while the officers stand for the organisation needed to manage hospital logistics and keep disease at bay. Together the figures show the partnership between civilian volunteers and the military in caring for the wounded.

On the Black Coffee Mug

A mug is held close and turned slowly in the hand, so the scene reveals itself gradually as the cup rotates, with the group and the shed passing across the curve one part at a time. Its sober, quiet tones suit a slow morning cup, and the image rewards the attention a mug invites.

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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.