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Middle East - Holy Land Today (1963) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Middle East - Holy Land Today (1963) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Middle East - Holy Land Today (1963) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of the Middle East and the Holy Land, drawn as it was documented in 1963, and it is the whole subject of the artwork.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map fills the field with nothing extraneous. There are no decorative borders, figures or ornamental flourishes competing with the geography, so the eye goes straight to the land and its lettering. The title itself carries the date and place, which frames everything else in the image. The composition is plain and direct, the way mid-century reference maps were meant to be read.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map from 1963 is a record of how one era saw a region. Its outlines, place names and emphasis on the Holy Land show what mattered to the people who made it: the geography of a crossroads, and the cultural and religious weight of the places named within it. For anyone interested in cartography, regional studies or mid-century ephemera, the piece reads as a document as much as a picture, and it belongs to a long tradition of maps made to tell travellers and readers where things were and why they mattered.

Turning the Map in Hand

A mug is handled rather than looked at from a distance, and that suits a map well. As you turn the cup to reach the handle, the region slides round the curve of the body, so the geography reveals itself in sections rather than all at once. It is a good companion for a slow morning, or for a gift to someone who has already planned their next trip, or who likes a bit of history with their coffee.

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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.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. 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.