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Unidentified Soldier In Confederate Uniform 003 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Unidentified Soldier In Confederate Uniform 003 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Unidentified Soldier In Confederate Uniform 003 (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design takes the form of a 1860s tintype portrait: a half-length study of a young man in a grey jacket over a pale striped shirt, presented the way studio photographs of the period were kept.

Visual Elements & Composition

Pale grey dominates the image, taking up roughly a third of the field, with muted grey and dark brown giving the figure its structure. Gold appears as the warmest accent, lifting the surface the way tarnished metal and aged frame edges would. The composition is built on two shapes, an oval that frames the sitter and a rectangular case that surrounds the oval. The figure faces the viewer directly and fills the lower part of the oval, so the eye settles on the face and the collar before moving to the jacket's textures. There is no text or numerals in the artwork.

Meaning & Symbolism

Cased portraits were made to be held, opened and kept close, and this one keeps that intimacy. The grey jacket points to the Confederate uniform named in the title, and the striped shirt beneath it marks the everyday clothing that soldiers wore before and between campaigns. The figure is anonymous by design, which makes him stand for the many young men who sat for portraits like this during the American Civil War. The result is a solemn, reflective record of a generation shown in its own clothes.

Holding the Portrait on a Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the portrait is never seen all at once. Rotating the cup brings the oval round to meet the eye, much as a cased picture is tilted toward the light to see the face. The oval sits within the wrap of the mug, and the case shape echoes the handle's curve, so the image reads as a single object held close to the face of the person drinking from it.

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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.