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USA - Tidewater and Environs 1 (1988) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

USA - Tidewater and Environs 1 (1988) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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USA - Tidewater and Environs 1 (1988) - Black Mug Design

This design takes a single region of the American coast and sets it across the full curve of the mug, with the low, watery country of the Tidewater left to speak for itself.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is the whole picture. Shorelines, rivers and inland waterways run across the print in fine detail, and the lines thin and branch as they reach the edges of the region. The printed map sits on a dark ground, so the water and boundary lines read as light marks against the black. The title and the edition year, 1988, are set into the design as text, and the number 1 marks it as the first in a set. Nothing competes with the geography: no border ornament, no illustration, just the surveyed shape of the land.

Meaning & Symbolism

"Tidewater" names the low coastal plain where rivers rise and fall with the tide, a landscape defined by water more than by hills. "Environs" means the surrounding country, so the title promises the neighbouring lands as well as the core. Maps of this kind were made to be read and used, which is why the design carries its date and series number openly. It is a record of one place at one moment, and it stays faithful to that purpose.

Designed for the Hand

A mug is turned in the hand as it is drunk from, so the map never shows all at once. One side brings the coastline near the eye while the rest rotates into view as you turn the cup, the way a traveller unfolds a chart one section at a time. Set against the morning coffee, the tide lines and river channels become something to trace while the cup is held. For a reader of maps, or someone with roots in the Tidewater, it is a quiet, cheeky way to keep home close at the start of the day.

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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.