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USA - Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona (1978) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

USA - Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona (1978) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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USA - Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona (1978) Design

This design reproduces a 1978 map of Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona, a cartographic view of one of the most recognisable landscapes in the United States.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map fills the print edge to edge, so the park's boundaries, trails and named features read as the main subject rather than a framed illustration. Linework dominates: fine routes, contour-style markings and place labels sit in a restrained palette that stays legible at close range. Lettering carries the title and the park's name, giving the piece the plain, informative character of a printed survey rather than a decorative poster.

Meaning & Symbolism

A park map is a promise of getting somewhere. This one records the canyon as travellers in 1978 would have needed it: a planned route through a vast, layered gorge that the Colorado River cut over millions of years. The map stands for the National Park Service's work of making wild country navigable for ordinary visitors, and for the American tradition of the road trip that brought them to the rim. Its date places it in a specific moment of that tradition, when paper maps were still the way most people found their path.

Designed for the Mug in Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hands, so the map never appears all at once. Each rotation brings a new stretch of trail and another label into view, much like walking the canyon's switchbacks. The black ground makes the linework stand out against the surface, and the cup's shape keeps the whole map visible as you drink, a fitting companion for anyone who has ever unfolded a map on a trailhead and wondered where the path leads next.

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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.