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Portrait Of Postmaster-General John H. Regan, Officer Of The Confederate States Government (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Portrait Of Postmaster-General John H. Regan, Officer Of The Confederate States Government (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Portrait Of Postmaster-General John H. Regan, Officer Of The Confederate States Government (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a seated portrait of John H. Reagan, the first Postmaster General of the Confederate States, shown in the measured style of an 1860s studio photograph.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is entirely monochrome, built from light grey, charcoal and black with touches of white. The sitter fills a vertical frame in three-quarter view: a dark frock coat with piped lapels, a waistcoat beneath it, and a full beard that frames the face. Light grey covers most of the tonal range, while the darkest passages of coat and background anchor the composition and pull the eye to the face. Beyond the sitter himself, there is no decoration.

Meaning & Symbolism

The portrait records a man who ran the postal operations of a new government. Reagan was responsible for moving post offices and personnel out of the United States system and into a self-funding Confederate framework, so the picture stands for administration as much as for an individual. The original is a wet collodion glass negative made between 1860 and 1865, now held in the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. Reagan remains a prominent figure in Texan and American history, and his work on the postal system is a part of the war effort that is often overlooked.

Made for the Slow Morning

A mug is turned in the hand and read from the side, so this portrait gets a close, unhurried look rather than a glance across a room. The deep black ground of the design sits naturally on a black mug, and the grey tones lift the face into view as the cup turns. It is a serious image for a serious first coffee, and a thoughtful gift for a reader of history.

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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.