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USA - Louisiana (1930) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

USA - Louisiana (1930) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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USA - Louisiana (1930) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of Louisiana, drawn as it stood in 1930, with the state's outline set out in full across the mug.

Visual Elements & Composition

The state fills the composition. Its irregular boundary sits at the centre, with the Gulf coastline running along the bottom edge and the thin, winding line of the Mississippi cutting south through the middle. Parish divisions, Louisiana's own version of counties, form a fine network of lines across the land. Place names and numerals are set small and sharp, so the eye moves from one to the next the way it would across a printed atlas page. Nothing is decorative for its own sake. Every mark is cartographic.

Meaning & Symbolism

A state map from 1930 is a record of a particular moment. It shows the boundaries, waterways and settlements that people of that era used to navigate, plan and imagine their country. The "USA" in the title places Louisiana within a larger series of state portraits, each one a piece of the nation drawn for those who wanted to find their way across it. Louisiana's parishes, its river and its Gulf frontage are the features that make it recognisable at a glance, and the map keeps all of them.

Made for the Coffee Hour

A mug is held in both hands and turned slowly as the drink cools, so the map never appears all at once. You read it in pieces: a parish here, the river's bend there, the coast coming round as the cup comes up to your mouth. It is the kind of gift for someone who likes a bit of history with their morning brew, or who has a soft spot for old maps and an opinion about which corner of Louisiana is best. Give it to the person who always has the atlas out.

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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.