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Portrait Of Brig. Gen. Daniel C. Mccallum, Officer Of The Federal Army (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Portrait Of Brig. Gen. Daniel C. Mccallum, Officer Of The Federal Army (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Portrait Of Brig. Gen. Daniel C. Mccallum, Officer Of The Federal Army (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design gives you a formal, seated portrait of Brigadier General Daniel C. McCallum, an officer of the Federal Army, rendered as a 19th-century photograph.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a black and white photograph built from charcoal grey, light grey and mid grey. Light grey takes up most of the frame, and the charcoal grey of the double-breasted uniform anchors the composition. The general sits upright and bearded, his shoulder board catching the eye as the sharpest detail in the image. Nothing competes with him. The photograph sits within a rectangular plate, and the design keeps the sitter at its centre.

Meaning & Symbolism

The portrait is a record of rank. The uniform, the shoulder board and the formal seated pose all signal a commissioned officer of the Federal Army, the Union forces of the American Civil War. The 1860s date places the likeness within that conflict, and the title names the man himself, so the image works as documentation of one officer rather than a generic soldier. Its restrained monochrome treatment reads as period-true and respectful, the way photographs of the era were meant to be kept.

Cupping a Piece of History

A mug is turned in the hand, so this portrait is seen in pieces: the general's face on one side, the uniform as you tilt the cup. The black ground around the grey photograph frames him the way a photographic plate once did, and the rounded surface lets the rectangle of the image curve gently in your hands. It is a quiet piece of history for the first cup of the morning.

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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.