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Washington, D.C., Vicinity. 17th New York Battery, With Horses Harnessed To Guns (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Washington, D.C., Vicinity. 17th New York Battery, With Horses Harnessed To Guns (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Washington, D.C., Vicinity. 17th New York Battery, With Horses Harnessed To Guns (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This design turns a Civil War photograph of the 17th New York Battery, its horses harnessed to field guns, into a sharp black-and-white scene set in the countryside around Washington, D.C.

Visual Elements & Composition

Charcoal and mid grey dominate the image, with pale grey and off-white picking out the highlights on the harness, wheels and sky. A line of draft horses and wooden spoked-wheel cannons runs across the frame, while mounted soldiers ride beside them and a distant village sits low on the horizon. The print has the look of a damaged glass plate negative, with a rectangular photographic plate and an irregular torn border that frames the scene like a salvaged record.

Meaning & Symbolism

The battery stands for the artillery arm of the Union army in the 1860s, when horse-drawn guns were the means of moving firepower across open country. Setting the unit near Washington places the scene in the defence of the capital, and the teams of horses show how much of the war depended on animals as much as on men. The worn plate and torn edge give the image its age, so the scene reads as a document of that period rather than a simple illustration.

On the Black Coffee Mug

A mug is held in the hand and turned slowly while it is drunk from, so the scene is seen a section at a time as the cup moves. The battery and its horses wrap around the body, and the torn plate border sits where the rim meets your lips, letting the photograph unfold with each sip. Pour something hot into it on a cold morning and the old field guns roll past one turn at a time.

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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.