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Three Unidentified Officers And A 1st Sergeant Of The 7th New Hampshire Infantry Regiment In Front Of A Sibley Tent (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Three Unidentified Officers And A 1st Sergeant Of The 7th New Hampshire Infantry Regiment In Front Of A Sibley Tent (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Three Unidentified Officers And A 1st Sergeant Of The 7th New Hampshire Infantry Regiment In Front Of A Sibley Tent (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a tinted Civil War photograph of four men from the 7th New Hampshire Infantry, three officers and a 1st sergeant, posed together outside their camp.

Visual Elements & Composition

Grey dominates the picture, with warm gold and dark teal coming through the tint and near-black shadows anchoring the edges. The soldiers sit in a loose group in front of a canvas tent, and a lean-to with a stack of firewood sits beside them, so the camp reads as lived-in rather than staged. A scalloped oval frame sits inside a rectangular case with a gilt border, a layered presentation typical of ambrotypes of the period. The composition is quiet and centred, with no text or numerals beyond the regiment's name.

Meaning & Symbolism

The 7th New Hampshire was a Union regiment formed in 1862 and fought in the Siege of Petersburg and in campaigns across Virginia and North Carolina. The conical Sibley tent, designed by Henry Hopkins Sibley and widely issued to Union troops, marks the picture as an image of army life rather than battle. The uniforms carry the story of rank: officers wear frock coats or shell jackets with shoulder straps, and the 1st sergeant is identified by his sleeve chevrons. Together they show a chain of command living side by side in camp, which makes the photograph a direct record of how the regiment was organised and how its men got through an ordinary day of a long war.

Made For Mornings Like These

A mug is held in both hands and turned slowly while you drink, so this image is seen at close range and in the round, the way a soldier might have passed a cup around a campfire. The gold and grey tones sit naturally against the black of the mug, and the oval frame lets the men keep their place in the picture as the cup moves. It makes a thoughtful gift for a history enthusiast or a Civil War reenactor, and a reminder each morning of the men who spent their days in camps like this one.

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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.