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About this design
L55a-AT
L55a-AT (Austria) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
A white route number sits inside a black rounded outline, and that is the whole design: a single Austrian road marker, drawn flat and left uncluttered.
Visual Elements & Composition
The composition uses two colours, black and white, and white fills most of the field. The numerals 55a sit at the centre and dominate the layout. Around them runs a stadium-shaped outline, a long oblong with fully rounded ends, drawn as a clean border that frames the number without ornament. Nothing competes with the figures, so the lettering is the image.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design takes its form from road signage. A route number like 55a is how drivers find their way across a network of roads, and this sign reproduces that function in miniature: a designation read at a glance, needing no explanation. The AT in the title is the country code for Austria, which anchors the marker to a specific national road system rather than a generic symbol. Its modern, minimalist style matches the functional clarity of contemporary signage. This is an independent reproduction of the original sign artwork.
On the Black Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the sign is never seen all at once. As the cup rotates, the rounded outline curves with the wall and the route number comes round in a slow reveal: first the edge, then the figures, then the edge again. It suits the first coffee of a long drive or a morning spent planning one. For the friend who keeps a map in every glovebox, this is a cheeky nod to the open road.
- 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.