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USA - Southwest (1992) (Map) Accent Coffee Mug

USA - Southwest (1992) (Map) Accent Coffee Mug

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USA - Southwest (1992) (Map) Accent Coffee Mug

This design is a shaded relief map of the American Southwest, drawn in the style of a 1990s regional atlas plate, with the 1992 date anchoring it to a specific moment in cartography.

Visual Elements & Composition

Pale tan dominates the artwork, covering roughly two-fifths of the field and giving the map the warm, aged paper tone of a printed chart. Forest green marks the national parks and forest land, desert orange and brick red pick out the canyon country, and lake blue traces the rivers and reservoirs. The state borders run through the composition in clean lines, labelled with their names: Utah, Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas and California. A "Southwest U.S.A." title and a National Geographic Magazine credit sit within the frame, completing the look of a printed magazine insert.

Meaning & Symbolism

The map is a portrait of a landscape defined by its terrain. Mountain relief shows through the shading, and the Colorado River cuts its canyon across the page, a reminder of how water shaped this region over millennia. The 1992 date and the 1990s styling place the piece in the era when printed maps and travel features were a familiar way to picture the country, so it reads as both a geographic record and a snapshot of the period.

Cradling the Morning Ritual

A mug is turned in the hand, so this map is experienced in motion. As the cup rotates, the state borders and canyon lines slide past in turn, and the rectangle of the chart seems to fold back on itself around the curve of the body. Each sip brings the map round to face you again, which suits a design built on the idea of travelling across a region one view at a time.

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Accent ceramic mugs with a glossy white exterior and a colored interior & handle. Offered in 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml), these mugs pair strong visual contrast with everyday durability — lead- and BPA-free.

Bright interiors and matching handles add a crisp pop of color to classic white ceramic. The glossy glaze gives prints a smooth backdrop while the colored inside creates an instant focal point on any table or shelf.

Available in multiple accent colors, these mugs keep a familiar C-shaped handle and a comfortable mouth for sipping. They’re designed to be both decorative and practical, holding up to daily routines without fuss.

  • Material: white ceramic body with colored interior and handle; glossy finish.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) to match different serving needs.
  • Design: high-contrast interior brings vivid attention to your chosen colorway.
  • Safety: lead- and BPA-free, suitable for everyday hot beverages.
  • Function: classic C-handle for secure holding and easy lifting.

These accent mugs are ideal for daily coffee, tea, and cocoa. The colored interior makes them easy to identify in shared kitchens and gives a little designer touch to a breakfast nook.

  1. Everyday use: comfortable for morning routines and built to fit in most cupboards and cupholders.
  2. Office-ready: stand out on a desk without being flashy — useful for communal spaces or personal mugs.
  3. Pairing: mix and match interior colors across sets for a coordinated but lively collection.

Tip: darker interior colors hide light staining better over time; lighter colors show contrast with froth and cream.

These mugs are dishwasher- and microwave-safe, but gentle handling prolongs the finish. Use the top rack for dishwashing and avoid harsh scrubbing pads to keep the glossy surface and color bright.

For best long-term results, hand-wash with mild soap and a soft sponge when possible. Avoid soaking in aggressive detergents and don’t microwave empty mugs.

Two sizes available: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller size fits classic morning pours; the larger one gives space for milk, foam, or an extra-long pour.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.78 4.76
Diameter (in) 3.23 3.39

Note: stated dimensions are nominal; small production tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if you require precise nesting or packaging.