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About this design
TW THWtc25
TW THWtc25 (Taiwan) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design turns a Taiwanese road route marker into a quiet, graphic statement about place, reduced to its essentials.
Visual Elements & Composition
A rectangular route marker sits at the centre of the composition, framed by a black border with softly rounded corners. The white field dominates, with the black border providing the only firm edge. Two elements sit inside the sign: the Chinese character 中 (zhōng) above, and the numeral 25. Both are set in flat, unshaded forms, so the layout reads at a glance and never competes with itself. Nothing decorative is added around the sign, which keeps the image clean and direct.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers are the everyday language of roads, telling travellers where they are and where they are going. Here that function is lifted into a symbol of Taiwan. The character 中 means "middle" or "centre," a word that carries weight in Chinese naming and orientation, while the numeral 25 adds the systematic logic of a numbered route. The reference code THWtc25 places the piece within a catalogued series, and the modern, minimalist treatment ties it to contemporary signage design.
Reading the Sign Around a Cup
A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so the sign is never seen all at once. Each turn brings the character 中 round to the front, then the numeral 25, then the border closing the loop, much like following a route one stretch at a time. The curve of the mug keeps the sign whole while it moves, and the design rewards the small pause of a morning coffee or a late-night tea. It is a sign that suits a hand that likes to read its surroundings slowly.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Taiwan
- 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.