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Pacific Ocean (1936) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

Pacific Ocean (1936) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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Pacific Ocean (1936) - Black Mug Design

This is a 1936 map of the Pacific Ocean, and the water itself is the main subject, not a backdrop to the land.

Visual Elements & Composition

The ocean fills the field, and the eye travels across it from one coastline to the next. Islands break the surface in scattered clusters, and the outlines of the surrounding continents frame the edges. Latitude and longitude lines run over the water as a fine grid that gives the composition its order. Place names and the map's title are set into the design as lettering, so the text reads as part of the chart rather than a caption added afterward.

Meaning & Symbolism

A Pacific map from the mid-1930s records a world still being measured. Island chains and distant coasts were being charted in the years when trans-Pacific routes were first being flown and sailed in earnest, and the map holds that ambition. The ocean stands for distance: the thing that separated continents, and the thing people set out to cross.

Made for a Mug That Gets Turned

A map asks to be traced, and a mug invites exactly that. You turn it slowly in your hands to follow a coastline around the curve, moving from one island to the next with each sip. The design wraps the full circumference, so every turn brings up another stretch of sea. For anyone who has always looked past the shoreline, this is a warm, slightly cheeky way to say so over the morning 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.