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Guillaume Guillon-Lathiere (1760-1832) Erminia and the Shepherds - 1795 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

Guillaume Guillon-Lathiere (1760-1832) Erminia and the Shepherds - 1795 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Erminia and the Shepherds - Color Morphing Mug Design

Guillaume Guillon Lathière's 1795 painting Erminia and the Shepherds stages a quiet, classical encounter between a fleeing princess and the people of the pastoral world she stumbles into.

Visual Elements & Composition

The scene is built around Erminia and a group of shepherds, with the figures gathered at the centre of the composition so that the eye settles on the moment of meeting. The pastoral setting sits behind them as a calm, open backdrop, and the arrangement keeps the human exchange at the heart of the image. It is a composition of gesture and grouping rather than spectacle, typical of late eighteenth-century history painting.

Meaning & Symbolism

The subject comes from the literary tradition of Torquato Tasso's epic Jerusalem Delivered, where Erminia, a princess fleeing danger, finds refuge among shepherds. Lathière painted it in 1795, during the height of the European taste for pastoral scenes and classical narrative. The shepherds stand for simplicity, shelter and a world apart from court and conflict, so the picture is as much about welcome as it is about rescue.

Turning the Story in Your Hands

A mug is held close and turned slowly, so the scene reveals itself in pieces as you move it. This design has a particular trick: it stays faint while the cup is cold, then the figures come into view once a hot drink goes in. That gradual emergence suits a story about a stranger finding refuge, and each morning cup brings the shepherds back into focus.

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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.