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About this design
L366-AT
L366-AT (Austria) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design takes a single route number and turns it into a clean roadside marker: the numeral 366 sits inside a rounded oblong outline, drawn in flat black and white.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the layout, covering most of the field, while black provides the outline and numeral. The central element is a stadium shape, a rounded oblong that encloses the figures "366" and is set within a rounded rectangle border. Nothing else competes with it. There are no gradients, shadows or decorative flourishes, only crisp vector edges and balanced negative space. The result reads instantly, the way signage is meant to.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route numbers are how travellers navigate a landscape, and this design presents Austria through exactly that kind of shorthand. The code L366-AT ties the artwork directly to the country, and the numeral 366 is the identifier at its heart. Its minimalist, formal treatment echoes the modern road signage that guides drivers across Austria's regions, so the piece celebrates national and regional identity through the language of the road rather than through ornament.
Turned in the Hand
A mug is held close and turned slowly, so the design is read in pieces as it rotates. The stadium outline and the bold numeral stay legible from every angle, and the black-and-white contrast carries well at close range over a morning cup. Each turn brings the route number back into view, like a signpost you keep passing on a familiar road. It is a quiet, cheeky way to show a love of Austria with your coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Austria
- 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.