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  • Black and white 19th-century view of men in hats outside a wooden lodge with a Sanitary Commission banner.
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Washington, D.C. Group Of Sanitary Commission Workers At The Entrance Of The Home Lodge (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Washington, D.C. Group Of Sanitary Commission Workers At The Entrance Of The Home Lodge (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Washington, D.C. Group Of Sanitary Commission Workers At The Entrance Of The Home Lodge (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a black-and-white photographic portrait of a group of Sanitary Commission workers posed outside the entrance of the Home Lodge in Washington, D.C., during the 1860s.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is built from deep blacks, slate greys and off-white tones, giving it the even, documentary contrast of an 1860s photograph. Men in suits and hats stand and sit in front of a wooden building, some leaning on canes and walking sticks, with a white picket fence running across the scene. The most striking detail is the scalloped awning banner across the top, which reads The Home of the Sanitary Commission and anchors the composition in its place. The group fills the frame evenly, so no single figure takes over; the eye moves from face to face along the line of the building.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Sanitary Commission was the civilian relief organisation that supported Union soldiers during the American Civil War, and the Home Lodge was one of its places of care for invalid soldiers, as the signboard states. The photograph therefore records more than a building: it shows the people who ran that work in the capital, standing openly in front of the institution they served. Its plain, formal style was the standard of its day, which is why it reads now as a direct, unposed account of wartime Washington.

Made for the Morning Cup

A mug is turned slowly in the hand, so this image wraps around the object and reveals itself one face at a time. The banner sits where the eye falls first as the mug is lifted, and the group carries across the curve as you turn it. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who likes their coffee with a little history on the side.

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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.