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  • Seeking Our Origins (1997) (Map) White Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Seeking Our Origins (1997) (Map) White Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Seeking Our Origins (1997) (Map) White Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Seeking Our Origins (1997) (Map) White Coffee Mug - Go Mug Yourself
  • Seeking Our Origins (1997) (Map) White Coffee Mug-Go Mug Yourself
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Seeking Our Origins (1997) (Map) White Coffee Mug

Seeking Our Origins (1997) (Map) White Coffee Mug

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Seeking Our Origins (1997) - Mug Design

This design takes the map as its subject, a chart of place offered up as a question about where we begin.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is the whole picture. Rather than framing a landscape or a figure, the design gives over its surface to geography, so the eye moves from one region to the next without a single focal point to rest on. Its layout is open and continuous, with no border to contain it, which keeps the chart feeling larger than the frame. The title's date, 1997, sits alongside the map as part of the work's identity, a fixed marker in an image otherwise about movement across space.

Meaning & Symbolism

A map is a record of how places relate to one another, and the title makes the search explicit. "Seeking Our Origins" treats cartography as a way of asking where a people, a family or a person came from, and the chart becomes a stand-in for memory and inheritance. Set in 1997, the piece belongs to a late-century moment when questions of identity and belonging were being asked with new urgency, and the map is the tool it uses to ask them.

Turning It in the Hand

A mug is never seen all at once. You lift it, turn it, and the map comes round a section at a time, so the search the design describes is played out over the course of a cup. Each sip brings a new stretch of the chart into view, the way a journey reveals itself one stop at a time. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who has wondered where their own story begins, and it suits the slow, unhurried ritual of a morning drink.

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Sturdy white ceramic mugs available in 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml), with a glossy finish and comfortable C-handle — microwave and dishwasher safe, and made from lead- and BPA-free materials.

These mugs are built from durable white ceramic so colors pop cleanly and prints read with strong contrast. A smooth, glossy glaze gives each mug a lively sheen and makes it easy to wipe clean after daily use.

Both sizes feature a classic C-shaped handle that feels natural in the hand; whether you sip slowly or gulp quickly, the grip is steady. Safety-wise, the ceramic is processed to be lead- and BPA-free — suitable for everyday drinking.

  • Material: white ceramic with a glossy glaze for bright, clear prints.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) to suit small and generous pours.
  • Handle: comfortable C-handle for balanced holding and easy lifting.
  • Safety: lead-free and BPA-free for peace of mind with every cup.
  • Finish: glossy surface that highlights saturated inks and smooth detail.

Perfect for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or a rich hot chocolate — these mugs fit comfortably in most cabinets and cupholders. They’re also a reliable choice for office kitchens where items see frequent use.

  1. Everyday use: safe for hot liquids and daily serving; the wider 15 oz option works great for larger morning routines or extra-steamy drinks.
  2. Office-friendly: the classic profile stacks easily with similar mugs and sits securely on standard saucers and trays.
  3. Gift idea: a practical, well-finished mug is useful and simple to display or wrap for gifting.

Quick note: while the mugs are dishwasher-safe, treating them gently helps keep the print looking fresh longer (see Care tab).

These mugs are rated for microwave and dishwasher use, but small habits extend their life. Run them on the top rack of the dishwasher and avoid high-temperature commercial cycles whenever possible.

For longest-lasting print clarity: hand wash with mild dish soap and a soft cloth, avoid abrasive scouring pads, and don’t let them soak in strong detergents. When microwaving, use short intervals and avoid empty heating.

Available sizes: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml) and 15 oz (approximately 440 ml). The 11 oz is a classic coffee size; the 15 oz gives extra room for cream, froth, or larger servings.

Each mug has a standard-width mouth for easy sipping and cleaning; height and diameter vary slightly between sizes to maintain comfortable proportions and sturdy balance.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.74 4.61
Diameter (in) 3.15 3.43

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.