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  • Washington, D.C. President Lincoln's Box at Ford's Theater(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Washington, D.C. President Lincoln's Box at Ford's Theater(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Washington, D.C. President Lincoln's Box at Ford's Theater(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
  • Washington, D.C. President Lincoln's Box at Ford's Theater(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz - Go Mug Yourself
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Washington, D.C. President Lincoln's Box at Ford's Theater(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

Washington, D.C. President Lincoln's Box at Ford's Theater(2) (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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Lincoln's Box at Ford's Theater - Color Morphing Mug Design

This artwork shows the presidential box at Ford's Theater in Washington, D.C., the place where Abraham Lincoln was shot on the night of April 14, 1865.

Visual Elements & Composition

The box fills the frame as a single architectural space, with the draped bunting and flag-style fabric along its front edge running as the dominant band of pattern. The composition is built around the box's opening and its drapery rather than around any figure, which keeps the scene quiet and makes the viewer look at the room itself. The title's numbering, "(2)," marks this as a second rendering of the same subject.

Meaning & Symbolism

The box stands for the moment a wartime president was killed only days after the Confederate surrender at Appomattox, when the Union had nearly won the Civil War. The red, white and blue drapery signals the national mood of that spring, a country moving from war toward reconstruction and grieving its leader as the fighting ended. Ford's Theater is the setting that ties the scene to Washington, and the box is the exact spot where the event unfolded, so the image works as a record of place as much as a portrait of history.

On the Color Morphing Mug

A mug is turned in the hand, so the image wraps around as you rotate it and you see the box from the side as well as the front. The heat-reactive surface is the point of this design: when cold, the scene is only faintly visible, and it comes into full view when a hot drink is poured in. The room seems to surface slowly, the way the events of that night are reconstructed from fragments, and the reveal turns each morning cup into a small act of remembrance.

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Color-changing ceramic mugs with a glossy finish, black exterior, and white interior. Available in one size: 11 oz (≈330 ml). Heat-reactive coating reveals your custom design when filled with hot liquid. BPA- and lead-free, with a comfortable C-handle.

This mug brings a playful twist to the daily coffee or tea ritual. At room temperature, it looks like a simple black mug with a glossy finish. But add a hot beverage, and your chosen design fades into view, showing vivid colors against the white interior.

The ceramic body is durable enough for repeated use, while the C-shaped handle balances comfort and grip. Printing uses sublimation techniques that fuse color into the heat-reactive surface for crisp results when the design appears.

  • Material: ceramic with glossy black exterior and white interior.
  • Size: one standard size, 11 oz (≈330 ml).
  • Finish: glossy glaze with heat-sensitive surface.
  • Printing: sublimation process produces crisp, vibrant colors.
  • Safety: BPA-free and lead-free, suitable for everyday drinks.
  • Effect: design is faintly visible when cold, fully revealed when hot.

Perfect as a novelty gift or a fun personal mug, the heat-reactive design makes coffee breaks more engaging. It works well for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or hot chocolate.

  1. Daily routine: fill with any hot beverage to reveal your chosen artwork.
  2. Gifting: the “magic” reveal makes it a memorable present for birthdays, holidays, or office exchanges.
  3. Office use: sparks conversation while still being practical for everyday drinks.

Note: for best results, avoid designs that rely heavily on deep black backgrounds, as they may blend with the mug’s surface when cold.

Unlike standard mugs, color-changing mugs require gentler care to preserve the heat-reactive coating. Hand-wash only — avoid the dishwasher and abrasive scrubbers, which can damage the finish and reduce the effect.

The mug is safe for short microwave use when heating liquids, but repeated high-heat cycles may shorten the lifespan of the coating. Always allow the mug to cool before washing.

Available in one classic size: 11 oz (approximately 330 ml). It’s large enough for most standard coffee makers and fits comfortably in most cabinets.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz
Height (in) 3.78
Diameter (in) 3.23
Diameter w/ handle (in) 4.76

Note: measurements are approximate; slight variations may occur due to manufacturing tolerances.