About this design
N5 France
N5 France (France) (Road Sign) Pint Glass 16oz
This design takes the look of a French road sign and reduces it to two bold white characters on a red field: the letter N and the numeral 5.
Visual Elements & Composition
Red fills roughly four-fifths of the artwork, with white covering the rest. The letter and numeral are set large and heavy, and they sit side by side across a horizontal banner. Nothing else competes for attention. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp, so the lettering reads at a glance, the way a roadside marker is meant to be read from a moving car.
Meaning & Symbolism
The N and the 5 together form a national route designation, the kind of code French drivers see on signposts across the country. The red-and-white palette and the banner shape come straight from that signage tradition. Read this way, the artwork is about navigation and the long straight road, and it points to France through the everyday language of its highways rather than through monuments or landscape.
Shaping the Experience of This Glass
A pint glass gives the design a tall, curved surface to wrap around, so the banner runs continuously from one side to the other as you turn the glass in your hand. Each turn brings the N and the 5 back into view, the way a sign reappears as you travel. It makes a warm, slightly cheeky conversation piece for anyone who has ever followed a French road number to the next town.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- France
- Also on
- 1 other mugs & glasses
- Printed
- When you order it
Clear 16 oz (≈0.47 L) pint glasses made from solid glass with a heavy base for steady placement. Narrower at the bottom for an easier grip and balanced feel — durable, dishwasher-safe, and ideal for both serving and mixing.
These pints are crafted from 100% clear glass that showcases the drink inside — color, clarity and carbonation are all visible. A heavier, solid base reduces tipping and gives the glass a satisfying weight in the hand while the gently tapered body makes holding and carrying more comfortable.
Built to last, the construction resists chipping under normal use and is suitable for busy service environments as well as retail display. One-sided print work reads bright against the clear surface; the overall aesthetic is clean and modern.
- Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and gloss.
- Capacity: 16 oz (standard U.S. pint / ≈0.47 L).
- Base: heavy solid glass base reduces tipping and improves balance.
- Shape: narrower bottom for a comfortable grip and easier carrying.
- Durability: dishwasher-safe and built for regular use.
Use these glasses for draft pours, mixed drinks, iced beverages and more. Their clear walls show off color and bubbles, which makes them a great choice for menus, tasting flights, and bars where presentation matters.
- Serving: ideal for beers, sodas, iced teas and cocktails served cold.
- Mixing: also works as a simple mixing glass for shaken or stirred cocktails in casual settings.
- Display: clean silhouette fits behind bars, on shelves, or on retail racks.
Quick tip: because the base is heavier, these glasses feel stable on trays and counters — handy when serving multiple drinks at once.
These glasses are dishwasher-safe; place them on the top rack and use a regular household cycle. For best longevity, avoid stacking them tightly and steer clear of high-heat commercial wash cycles when possible.
Hand wash with warm water and mild dish soap when you want to preserve maximum clarity and avoid sudden temperature shocks. Handle by the body, not just the rim, to reduce the chance of accidental chipping.
One size: 16 oz (≈0.47 L). Below are product dimensions to help with shelving, storage, and packaging choices.
Size guide
All measurements are product dimensions in inches.
| 16 oz | |
|---|---|
| Height (in) | 5.90 |
| Rim diameter (in) | 3.40 |
| Bottom diameter (in) | 2.30 |
Note: dimensions are nominal — small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise fitment or stacking is required.