About this design
Zusatzzeichen 1022-17 Fahrrad zum Transport von Gütern oder Personen - Lastenfahrrad frei
Zusatzzeichen 1022-17 Fahrrad zum Transport von Gütern oder Personen - Lastenfahrrad frei (Germany) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design reproduces a German road sign: a cargo bicycle set against a plain white plate, with the single word frei beneath it.
Visual Elements & Composition
The artwork is built in flat, graphic black and white, with white covering most of the field. A black rounded rectangular border frames the plate, and inside it a black silhouette of a cargo bicycle with a box mounted over the front wheel sits above the lettering. The arrangement is deliberately plain: one figure, one word, nothing competing for attention. Every element is placed for legibility at a glance, which is exactly what a roadside sign needs to do.
Meaning & Symbolism
The sign is a supplementary plate, a Zusatzzeichen, that is fixed beneath a primary traffic sign to modify what it says. Under the StVO and VwV-StVO regulations, this one, numbered 1022-17, tells road users that cargo bikes, bicycles built to carry goods or passengers, are exempt from the restriction on the sign it sits under. The cargo box in the drawing is the clue: the rule is about the bike's purpose, not its size. The design belongs to Germany's modern urban traffic system, where transport logistics and everyday mobility share the same streets.
Carrying the Sign Into the Glass
A shot glass is small, held close and lifted quickly, so this artwork reads best at arm's length, the way a sign is read as you pass it. The bold black silhouette and single word translate neatly onto a compact vessel, and the design's sense of a rule that makes an exception feels right for a drink that gets taken in one go. It's a cheeky little nod to anyone who has ever argued their way past a 'no entry' sign on the strength of a good excuse.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Germany
- Printed
- When you order it
Compact, heavy-based shot glasses made from clear, restaurant-grade glass. One standard size (1.5 oz / ≈44.3 ml) — sturdy, stack-friendly, and built to handle frequent service without fuss.
These shot glasses feel solid in the hand thanks to a thick, weighty base that keeps them steady on busy bar tops. The walls are even and clear, giving a nice, unobstructed view of the pour; the rim is smoothed for comfortable sipping.
They’re engineered for regular use: consistent dimensions, dependable weight, and a simple silhouette that suits both casual venues and more formal tasting counters. Designed to perform rather than show off.
- Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and clean presentation.
- Capacity: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml) — standard shot measure.
- Base: heavy solid glass base that reduces tipping and improves balance.
- Construction: restaurant-grade durability for frequent handling and washing.
- Print-ready: suitable for single-sided print applications that withstand typical use.
Perfect for quick pours, samplers, and neat shots. Their compact footprint makes them easy to place on trays and tasting lines, while the heavier base keeps things steady during service.
- Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
- Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
- Events: robust enough for pop-ups, festivals, and busy bartending shifts.
Storage tip: store upright and avoid tight stacking to protect rims and preserve clarity.
Dishwasher-safe for everyday cleaning — place on the top rack and use a normal household cycle. Repeated exposure to very high commercial temperatures can shorten glass life, so choose gentler programs where practical.
When you want to extend clarity and finish: hand-wash with warm water, a mild detergent, and a soft cloth; dry right away to avoid water spots. Handle by the body (not the rim) to reduce accidental chipping.
One size only: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml). Use the dimensions below for shelving, packaging, or tray planning.
Size guide
All measurements are product dimensions in inches.
| 1.5 oz | |
|---|---|
| Height (in) | 2.40 |
| Top diameter (in) | 1.40 |
Note: dimensions are nominal; small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise stacking or packaging is required.