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World Map - Biodiversity (1999) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

World Map - Biodiversity (1999) (Map) Black Coffee Mug

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World Map - Biodiversity (1999) - Black Coffee Mug Design

This is a world map drawn as a thematic chart, with the continents set out in full and the subject of the chart spread across their surfaces.

Visual Elements & Composition

The whole globe is laid flat in a single view, so every continent sits within the frame at once. The landmasses are the dominant shapes, with the oceans forming the open ground between them. The design rests on a black ground, which makes the map's lines and fields stand out sharply. Place names and labels are kept small, so the eye reads the continental outlines first and the detail second.

Meaning & Symbolism

A world map dated 1999 is a record of how people chose to picture the planet at the close of the twentieth century. Biodiversity, as the title makes plain, was the idea the map was built to carry: the variety of life across regions, shown as a spatial argument rather than a list. Charts of this kind asked the viewer to see the planet as one connected system, where each region's living richness counts toward the whole.

Designed for the Hand

A mug is turned in the hand, so the map is never seen all at once. Each sip brings a different stretch of the world round to the front, and the curve of the body carries the continents around the cup. The handle sits on one side, leaving the opposite face free to hold the map's widest views. It is a good companion for a slow morning with a long read, and a thoughtful gift for anyone who likes their geography with their coffee.

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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.