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William Wilson, Scout, Headquarters, Army Of The Potomac, Seated On Horse, Full-Length Portrait, Facing Left, Culpeper, Va. (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

William Wilson, Scout, Headquarters, Army Of The Potomac, Seated On Horse, Full-Length Portrait, Facing Left, Culpeper, Va. (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

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William Wilson, Scout, Headquarters, Army Of The Potomac, Seated On Horse, Full-Length Portrait, Facing Left, Culpeper, Va. (U.S. Civil War) Black Coffee Mug

This is a full-length portrait of William Wilson, a scout attached to the headquarters of the Army of the Potomac, shown seated on his horse at Culpeper, Virginia.

Visual Elements & Composition

The image is a black-and-white photographic reproduction with a clean, documentary tone. White and mid grey fill most of the frame, with charcoal reserved for the darkest shadows of the coat and the horse. Wilson sits upright on a saddled horse, a bearded man in a wide-brimmed hat and dark coat, while the dark bay horse stands square in an open field. Nothing competes with the pair: the empty ground around them keeps the eye on the rider and his mount, and the whole scene sits within a landscape rectangle framed by a black border.

Meaning & Symbolism

The photograph records an individual rather than a battle. Wilson's role as a scout at army headquarters tells you that his skill lay in reading country and carrying news, and the saddled horse is the working tool of that job. Culpeper, the Virginia town where the portrait was made, was a crossroads of the Army of the Potomac during the Civil War, and the 1860s setting places the image squarely within that period of American military history. It is a rare kind of survivor: a plain, direct record of a man doing his duty.

Turning the Story in Your Hands

A mug is held close and turned slowly, so the scene reveals itself one side at a time. Wilson's horse and the open field arrive first, then the rider's face and hat as the cup comes around. Black is the right ground for a monochrome photograph, since the deepest tones of the coat and frame merge into the surround, leaving the pale field and the figure to glow as they did in the original print. Morning coffee gives this historic record a daily place at the desk.

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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.