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Quebec Autoroute 20
Quebec Autoroute 20 (Canada) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design lifts the look of a Quebec highway shield and turns it into a clean, confident piece of route art.
Visual Elements & Composition
Royal blue fills roughly half the artwork, with white close behind, so the piece reads as a bold graphic from across the table. A vertical shield outline anchors the composition, with a rectangular top panel above it. Inside the shield, a stylized bridge spans water, and a fleur-de-lis sits prominently beside the route numeral 20. Red appears as a small accent, and black is barely present. The flat vector style keeps every edge crisp and every element easy to read.
Meaning & Symbolism
The fleur-de-lis is the emblem most closely tied to Quebec, and its place on the shield signals the province. The number 20 identifies Autoroute 20, one of the major routes of the Quebec highway network, which follows the south shore of the St. Lawrence River. The bridge over water stands for the crossings and waterways that shape travel in the region. Together these elements turn an everyday traffic sign into a compact record of place, infrastructure and regional identity, drawn in a modern style.
Turning the Story in Your Hands
A mug is held and turned, so this shield comes into view a little at a time as the cup moves. The rectangular panel and the bridge read as one continuous scene as they wrap around the curve, while the numeral 20 stays clear for anyone who glances at the cup mid-sip. It is a route sign built for slow mornings, long drives recalled over coffee, and anyone who has ever followed a number 20 out of the city.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Canada
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- 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.