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USA - Tidewater and Environs 2 (1988) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

USA - Tidewater and Environs 2 (1988) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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USA - Tidewater and Environs 2 (1988) - Black Mug Design

This design is a map, a cartographic view of the tidewater country and the land around it, set out as a plan rather than a picture.

Visual Elements & Composition

The map is built from lines rather than painted scenes. Shorelines, waterways and boundaries carry the composition, and the eye moves across them the way it would across a chart spread on a table. Place names and the printed date, 1988, sit within the map as the only text, so the lettering reads as part of the cartography rather than as a caption added on top. Nothing is decorative for its own sake: each mark is there to show where land meets water.

Meaning & Symbolism

Tidewater is a term for low country where rivers rise and fall with the tide, and a map of it is a record of how people have worked that edge between land and water. The title's "Environs" points outward, to the surrounding country as well as the named place itself. Maps like this one were made to be read closely, to find a town, trace a river or measure distance, and the 1988 date fixes it as a document of its moment rather than a general image of the coast.

Turning a Map in Hand

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so a map on its surface is never seen all at once. Each turn brings a new stretch of coastline and river into view, and the design rewards the kind of unhurried attention a morning cup invites. Whoever receives this as a gift will likely recognise the region or the year, which makes it a conversation starter for the first sip.

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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.