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Soyuz 37 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

Soyuz 37 (Soyuz Programme) Black Coffee Mug

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soyuz 37 - Black Mug Design

The Soyuz 37 artwork is a photograph of two cosmonauts in their spacesuits, set against the curve of planet Earth.

Visual Elements & Composition

White dominates the frame, taking roughly 45 percent of the image, with deep blue covering most of the rest. Red and gold appear in smaller accents, enough to pull the eye toward the figures. The composition is uncluttered: the spacesuited men sit at the centre, and the blue of Earth fills the background, so nothing competes with the people. The visible lettering is kept to three short marks, CCCP, INTERCOSMOS and VIET NAM, which anchor the picture to a specific programme and nation.

Meaning & Symbolism

The image records the 1980 Soyuz 37 mission, a flight to the Salyut 6 space station carrying Soviet cosmonaut Valery Kubasov and Vietnamese cosmonaut Pham Tuan. Pham's presence marks a milestone: he became the first Vietnamese citizen in space, a result of the INTERCOSMOS programme, which let Warsaw Pact and allied nations send their own people into orbit. The red, gold and CCCP lettering speak to Soviet state achievement, while the Earth behind the pair frames the flight as a shared human venture rather than a purely national one. The photograph itself carries the look of its 1980s era.

On the Black Mug

A mug is held close and turned slowly in the hand, so the artwork reveals itself in stages as the drinker rotates it. Here the two spacesuited figures and the bright blue Earth sit against the black body, which lets the white suits and gold accents stand out clearly. It makes a good talking piece for anyone who has a cup of coffee at a space-themed moment, or a friend who would appreciate a story behind the picture.

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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.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. 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.