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About this design
Shoudou 135China
Shoudou 135China (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design is a flat, graphic road route marker: a yellow rounded rectangle, edged in black, carrying the route number S135 in bold black characters.
Visual Elements & Composition
Yellow fills roughly four-fifths of the design, so the sign reads as a single bright block. The black border and lettering supply the rest, giving the layout the stark contrast of real road signage. The shapes are simple: one rounded rectangle, one black outline inside it, and the two elements of the route number, the letter S and the numerals 135. Nothing competes with the sign, and the composition stays centred and direct.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers are the quiet language of the road, telling drivers where they are and where a route leads. The S prefix marks a provincial route in China's numbering system, so S135 belongs to the network of roads that connect regions beyond the national highways. The name Shoudou points to the capital, the Chinese word for Beijing, which places the sign within the capital's road system. The design is a modern piece of utilitarian graphics, drawn in a clean vector style that echoes the functional clarity of the originals.
On the Black Mug
A mug is turned in the hand and read at close range, so the sign rotates slowly as you drink, the yellow face catching the eye each time it comes round to the front. The black border frames the handle side, and the route number sits where you look while you wait for your coffee to cool. For a gift for someone who loves the open road or a good map, this sign gives them a route to follow every morning.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- 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.