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About this design
SEIFENFABRIK IN GRAZ
SEIFENFABRIK IN GRAZ (Austria) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design turns a directional road sign into a bold, graphic statement, with the word SEIFENFABRIK set against a left-pointing arrow.
Visual Elements & Composition
The composition is built on a rounded rectangular sign panel in deep dark green, which fills most of the artwork. Crisp golden yellow provides the accent, and white lettering and arrow stand out against the green. The flat vector style keeps every shape clean and simple. The word SEIFENFABRIK sits in the centre of the panel, large and easy to read, with the arrow pointing left beside it. Nothing competes for attention, so the sign reads at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
Road signs exist to direct people and to name a place, and this design takes that role literally. The sign names the Seifenfabrik, a historic industrial landmark in Graz, Austria, and its arrow points the eye toward that location. The format borrows the visual language of Austrian road signage, so the piece reads as a tribute to a specific place rather than a generic image. The Seifenfabrik is recognised in the region as a significant example of local industrial architecture and heritage.
Sized for the Hand: Why This Sign Suits a Mug
A mug is turned in the hand, so the sign rotates as you lift and sip, with the arrow and name coming into view as the cup moves. Coffee, tea or hot chocolate becomes a small ritual of reading the city's name over your morning drink. Gift it to someone who has a soft spot for Graz, or who loves the quiet character of old industrial buildings, and it becomes a little souvenir they will reach for every day.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Austria
- 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.