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About this design
MG-075
MG-075 (Brazil) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a conceptual route marker, a pentagonal road shield bearing the code MG-075 and drawn in the flat, modern style of Brazilian highway signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
White dominates the design, filling most of the field around a black pentagonal shield with an inner border. The shield is set plainly in the centre with no decoration, so the eye lands straight on the code. The letters MG sit at the top and the numeral 75 below them, both in bold black. Nothing competes for attention: the layout is minimal, and the restraint is what makes it read like a real sign seen at speed from a passing car.
Meaning & Symbolism
In Brazil, the prefix MG marks a state road in Minas Gerais, and the state's network of radial and interconnected highways is signed with exactly this kind of shield. The artwork borrows that visual language to explore regional geography and the everyday function of infrastructure signage. MG-075 does not appear in the official state highway lists, and the piece is built around that gap, borrowing the system's logic without claiming a specific road. Similar numbering appears in São Paulo as SP-075, which underlines how these markers become symbols of local identity and connection.
Turned in Your Hands
A mug is a thing you turn while you drink, so the shield will come round into view with every sip and every quarter-turn of the handle. Black on white reads clearly from across a kitchen table, which suits a gift for the road-trip friend, the early-morning driver or anyone who plans their week by the map. Give it with a coffee, a tea or a hot chocolate, and let the route do the talking.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Brazil
- 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.