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  • Large Group of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Including William Tecumseh Sherman (Front Row, Center), Posed (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Large Group of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Including William Tecumseh Sherman (Front Row, Center), Posed (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Large Group of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Including William Tecumseh Sherman (Front Row, Center), Posed (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Large Group of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Including William Tecumseh Sherman (Front Row, Center), Posed (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Large Group of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Including William Tecumseh Sherman (Front Row, Center), Posed (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Large Group of Union Veterans of the Civil War. Including William Tecumseh Sherman (Front Row, Center), Posed (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Large Group of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Including William Tecumseh Sherman - Color Morphing Mug Design

This is a formal group portrait of Union Civil War veterans, drawn together around General William Tecumseh Sherman, who stands at the centre of the front row.

Visual Elements & Composition

The composition is built on a strict, orderly arrangement. Rows of men in dark coats and high collars stand shoulder to shoulder, with the bearded figures at the front giving the image its weight. Sherman sits at the centre of the front row, and the rest of the group arranges itself around him, so the eye travels inward to a single point. The palette is monochrome, with soft greys, deep blacks and pale highlights in the faces and linen. Military insignia and medals catch the light across the chests, adding small points of brightness to an otherwise sober surface.

Meaning & Symbolism

The portrait belongs to the late nineteenth or early twentieth century, when veterans of the Union army gathered at reunions organised largely through the Grand Army of the Republic. Sherman, who led the March to the Sea, is the natural centre of the image: his placement expresses the hierarchy of the army and the loyalty of the men who served under him. The medals and insignia stand for service and sacrifice, while the tight grouping speaks to a fraternity forged in battle and kept alive long after the fighting ended. Such photographs were made to preserve these men as they were, so that their likenesses would outlast their own lives.

On the Mug

A mug is turned in the hand and brought close to the face, so the image is read a little at a time, not all at once. As the mug warms, the faint portrait rises through the glaze, and the rows of veterans seem to step forward out of the cold surface. It is a fitting way to give a piece of this history: a morning cup that slowly reveals the men who gathered to remember their own war.

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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.