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Two Unidentified Civil War Soldiers In Union Uniforms, Seated In A Photographer's Studio; One Is Holding A Saber (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Two Unidentified Civil War Soldiers In Union Uniforms, Seated In A Photographer's Studio; One Is Holding A Saber (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Two Unidentified Civil War Soldiers In Union Uniforms, Seated In A Photographer's Studio; One Is Holding A Saber (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

A solemn, seated studio portrait of two Union soldiers, one of them holding a saber, rendered in the grey tones of a 1860s carte-de-visite.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a tall vertical portrait framed by a thin white border, and it is built almost entirely from light grey, mid grey and charcoal. The two men sit side by side in wide-brimmed hats and military-style coats, their posture stiff and deliberate, the way studio sitters held themselves when exposure times demanded stillness. A draped curtain fills the backdrop, and the sword rests against one seated man, giving the eye a diagonal line to follow down the figure.

Meaning & Symbolism

Portraits like this were made for families and comrades who needed a keepsake of a son or friend in uniform, so the formal pose carries the weight of its moment. The uniforms and the saber place the sitters within the Union army during the American Civil War, and the studio setting marks the photograph as a product of mid-nineteenth-century portraiture. The soldiers remain unidentified, which leaves the image open: it reads as a record of ordinary men in a national conflict rather than a portrait of any single celebrated figure.

Cradled in the Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hands, so the portrait wraps around the cup as it is lifted and rotated, and the two seated men come into view one at a time. The saber stays in the frame whichever way the mug is held, a quiet, dignified presence for a morning coffee or an evening cup of tea. It makes a thoughtful gift for a history buff or anyone who collects Americana.

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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.