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About this design
Gansu Expwy S36 sign no name
Gansu Expwy S36 sign no name (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, graphic depiction of the S36 expressway route sign in Gansu, China, reduced to the essentials of a highway marker.
Visual Elements & Composition
Green dominates the artwork, filling roughly seven-tenths of the field. A rounded rectangle frames the sign in two horizontal bands. The upper band is yellow and carries the Chinese characters 甘, 高 and 速, which name the Gansu expressway. Below it, the white route number S36 sits on the green field, the largest and most legible element in the composition. Small dark grey accents give the layout its edge without competing with the colours above. Nothing decorative intrudes: the drawing is flat vector, clean and direct.
Meaning & Symbolism
Road signs exist to be read at speed, and this one keeps that purpose intact. The route number identifies the S36 corridor, while the provincial name anchors it to Gansu, a region that connects long stretches of China's western road network. The sign stands for the everyday infrastructure that moves people and goods between towns, and its modern, minimalist treatment reflects the current visual language of Chinese transit corridors.
Turning the Black Mug in Hand
A mug is turned in the hand as you drink, so the sign reveals itself in pieces: first the yellow header with its characters, then the white S36 as the cup rotates. The rounded shield suits the curve of the vessel, and the two-band layout reads cleanly from across a table. Give this to a friend who plans journeys down the map, or keep it for your own early-morning routes.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.