About this design
Route départementale française 1059
Route départementale française 1059 (France) (Road Sign) Pint Glass 16oz
This design takes one French departmental road, the D1059, and reduces it to its sign: a single bold designation on a yellow field.
Visual Elements & Composition
Golden yellow fills most of the frame, with black taking up the remaining share as the characters. A rounded horizontal rectangle holds the letter D followed by the numerals 1059, set in a plain, upright style. Nothing competes with them. The flat vector treatment and open space keep the layout structured and direct, so the eye lands on the code first and the rest of the composition second.
Meaning & Symbolism
Departmental roads, the D-numbered routes of France, link towns and regions across the country, and this artwork honours that network by making one of its routes the whole subject. The design speaks to travel, French cartography and regional infrastructure. Its signage language reflects the modern, utilitarian identity of these roads, where a short code tells a driver exactly where they are and where they are headed.
Why This Works on a Mixing Glass
A mixing glass is a tall, curved vessel that you turn in your hand while stirring, pouring and sipping, so the design rotates with every movement. The yellow field wraps around the body and the D1059 surfaces again and again as the glass moves, much like a route marker passing a traveller at the roadside. Give it to someone who has a road trip, a favourite French region or a love of signage in their future, and the number will mean something every time it catches the light.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- France
- Printed
- When you order it
Clear 16 oz (≈0.47 L) pint glasses made from solid glass with a heavy base for steady placement. Narrower at the bottom for an easier grip and balanced feel — durable, dishwasher-safe, and ideal for both serving and mixing.
These pints are crafted from 100% clear glass that showcases the drink inside — color, clarity and carbonation are all visible. A heavier, solid base reduces tipping and gives the glass a satisfying weight in the hand while the gently tapered body makes holding and carrying more comfortable.
Built to last, the construction resists chipping under normal use and is suitable for busy service environments as well as retail display. One-sided print work reads bright against the clear surface; the overall aesthetic is clean and modern.
- Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and gloss.
- Capacity: 16 oz (standard U.S. pint / ≈0.47 L).
- Base: heavy solid glass base reduces tipping and improves balance.
- Shape: narrower bottom for a comfortable grip and easier carrying.
- Durability: dishwasher-safe and built for regular use.
Use these glasses for draft pours, mixed drinks, iced beverages and more. Their clear walls show off color and bubbles, which makes them a great choice for menus, tasting flights, and bars where presentation matters.
- Serving: ideal for beers, sodas, iced teas and cocktails served cold.
- Mixing: also works as a simple mixing glass for shaken or stirred cocktails in casual settings.
- Display: clean silhouette fits behind bars, on shelves, or on retail racks.
Quick tip: because the base is heavier, these glasses feel stable on trays and counters — handy when serving multiple drinks at once.
These glasses are dishwasher-safe; place them on the top rack and use a regular household cycle. For best longevity, avoid stacking them tightly and steer clear of high-heat commercial wash cycles when possible.
Hand wash with warm water and mild dish soap when you want to preserve maximum clarity and avoid sudden temperature shocks. Handle by the body, not just the rim, to reduce the chance of accidental chipping.
One size: 16 oz (≈0.47 L). Below are product dimensions to help with shelving, storage, and packaging choices.
Size guide
All measurements are product dimensions in inches.
| 16 oz | |
|---|---|
| Height (in) | 5.90 |
| Rim diameter (in) | 3.40 |
| Bottom diameter (in) | 2.30 |
Note: dimensions are nominal — small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise fitment or stacking is required.