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Westover Landing, Va. Col. James H. Childs (Standing) With Other Officers Of The 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

Westover Landing, Va. Col. James H. Childs (Standing) With Other Officers Of The 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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Westover Landing, Va. Col. James H. Childs (Standing) With Other Officers Of The 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a black-and-white photographic scene of Colonel James H. Childs standing among the officers of the 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry at Westover Landing, Virginia, a moment of Civil War command captured on film.

Visual Elements & Composition

The photograph is built from soft greys and deep charcoal, with near-black shadows anchoring the frame. A group of four uniformed men is posed in a camp, one in a wide-brimmed slouch hat standing upright, another seated with a sabre across his lap, and a third reclining on the grass with a rifle beside him. Behind them a canvas tent fills the background, and the grassy camp ground spreads beneath the figures. A small numeral, 30, is visible in the image, a quiet detail that reads as a record rather than decoration.

Meaning & Symbolism

The scene speaks of leadership and camaraderie in the 1860s. Standing officers, a seated commander with his sabre and a resting soldier with his rifle show a regiment in its everyday rhythm, the hierarchy and the shared weariness of the field existing side by side. The 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry and its Virginia encampment place the image firmly in the American Civil War, and Colonel Childs stands at its centre as the figure the composition is organised around.

Turning the Story in Your Hands

A mug is held close and turned slowly, so each side of this photograph is seen in turn: the standing officers on one side, the tent and the grass on the other. The cylinder of the cup carries the group around in a continuous loop, a fitting way to keep a piece of military history on your desk while you sip your morning coffee, tea or hot chocolate, and a warm, slightly cheeky reminder that the old soldiers knew a good brew too.

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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.