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  • James Jacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902) The Circle of the Rue Royale - Oil on canvas 1868 - Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • James Jacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902) The Circle of the Rue Royale - Oil on canvas 1868 - Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • James Jacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902) The Circle of the Rue Royale - Oil on canvas 1868 - Color Changing Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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James Jacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902) The Circle of the Rue Royale - Oil on canvas 1868 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

James Jacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902) The Circle of the Rue Royale - Oil on canvas 1868 - Color Changing Mug 11oz

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The Circle of the Rue Royale - Color Morphing Mug Design

James Jacques Joseph Tissot's 1868 oil on canvas shows a busy Parisian street scene, with the crowds of a prominent city circle caught in the middle of their day.

Visual Elements & Composition

The painting is built on a classical palette of natural tones: soft greys, muted browns and the pale tints of fashionable dress. Nothing shouts. Figures and carriages move through the scene at different depths, so the eye travels from the nearest group out toward the open space of the circle. The layout gives the street room to breathe, and the spread of people across it reads as a crowd rather than a single subject.

Meaning & Symbolism

Tissot painted the modern city as it was lived in his own time. Urban life, public promenading and the social rituals of the 1860s are the real subject here, recorded with the patience of an observer rather than a storyteller. Dated 1868, the work belongs to the decades when Paris was being rebuilt into broad boulevards and grand circles, and it captures that moment of change with calm elegance. It is a document of who gathered where, and how they carried themselves in public.

Designed for the Turn of the Hand

A mug is held close and turned as it is drunk from, so the image is seen in pieces, moving with the hand. The heat-reactive surface suits this painting well: the scene is only faintly visible while the mug is cold, and the street and its figures emerge as a hot drink is poured in, much like a crowd coming into focus as you walk toward it. The C-shaped handle keeps the composition in your grip, and every sip brings the circle back into view.

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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.