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USA - Northwestern (1960) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

USA - Northwestern (1960) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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USA - Northwestern (1960) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map of the American Northwest, drawn in a classic mid-century style and dated to 1960.

Visual Elements & Composition

The artwork is built around a regional map, with the Northwestern territory as its clear focal point. The layout is clean and uncluttered, with no decoration competing for attention. The only text is the reference to the region and the year, 1960, which sits as a simple historical marker rather than a loud slogan. The restraint is the point: the eye settles on the shape of the land first and reads the date second.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most recognisable regions in the United States, and a map is the most direct way to claim it. Set against the year 1960, the piece belongs to the mid-century period when American graphic design favoured simple shapes and confident typography. It is a nostalgic nod to regional identity, the kind of thing people hang on a wall or carry with them to show where they are from or where they feel at home.

Turning the Story in Your Hands

A mug is a object you turn slowly while you drink, so the map never appears all at once. Each rotation brings another stretch of the territory into view, and the year sits quietly on the other side. The design works well on a surface that is held close and seen from a few inches away, where the fine lines of the map read clearly. Pour something hot, lift the cup, and the region comes round to meet you.

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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.