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Portrait Of Brig. Gen. Richard L. T. Beale, Officer Of The Confederate Army (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Portrait Of Brig. Gen. Richard L. T. Beale, Officer Of The Confederate Army (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Portrait Of Brig. Gen. Richard L. T. Beale, Officer Of The Confederate Army (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a formal studio portrait of Brigadier General Richard L. T. Beale, a senior officer of the Confederate States Army, photographed in the 1860s during the U.S. Civil War.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a black and white photograph, and light grey dominates. A pale backdrop fills most of the frame, setting off the mid grey of the double-breasted military frock coat. The General sits in an upholstered chair trimmed with fringed tassels, shown in a half-length view with his body angled slightly while he faces forward. The collar carries embroidered insignia of stars and a wreath, the detail that marks his rank. Deep blacks in the chair and shadows anchor the composition.

Meaning & Symbolism

Portraits like this were made to project authority, dignity and professional resolve. Photographic formats such as tintypes and cartes de visite were the common vehicles for officers' likenesses, and each sitter was staged to show the bearing expected of a commander. Beale led troops in Virginia campaigns and was recognised for his leadership within the Army of Northern Virginia, so the image records a real figure of rank and hierarchy. It also shows how the Confederate leadership chose to present itself, which makes it a historical artefact of the period's visual culture.

Why It Suits a Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the General's steady gaze comes into view as you rotate it and then settles back across the handle. The stars and wreath at his collar sit at the level of your eye when you lift your cup. Pairing an 1860s officer with your morning coffee is a deliberately serious joke, and the black ground makes the grey photograph read as a sharp, formal print.

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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.