Anna + Nina
Leopard Print Embossed Espresso Mug
CA$29.00CAD
In Stock
This is a hand-painted ceramic espresso mug with a leopard print design, part of the anna + nina collection at Simons Maison. It has a 100 ml (3 oz.) fill capacity and measures 2.25 inches in diameter by 2.25 inches tall. The mug is dishwasher and microwave safe and was hand-painted in Portugal.
- Material
- ceramic
- Style
- handmade, animal-themed
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Mugs
Color
Patterned Brown
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
A bold leopard print embossed espresso mug, hand-painted in Portugal, shiny ceramic, dishwasher and microwave safe.
Shiny ceramic, dishwasher and microwave safe, hand-painted in Portugal, 100 ml fill capacity.
- Material
- ceramic
- Style
- handmade, animal-themed
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 2.25x2.25x2.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Mugs
Additional Attributes
- shiny ceramic
- dishwasher safe
- microwave safe
- hand-painted in Portugal
- 100 ml (3 oz.) fill capacity
- 2.25" (5.5 cm) in diameter
- 2.25" (6 cm) tall
- leopard print embossed
- espresso mug
Product Insights
This espresso mug combines a recurring leopard print motif with hand-painted individuality, each piece featuring unique spot placement and brush texture from Portuguese craftsmanship. Priced at 29 CAD, it offers hand-painted character absent from factory mugs, but hand washing is recommended to preserve the pattern over time. Microwave-safe design allows preheating for better temperature retention; however, contents cool 8-10°C within 30 seconds without preheating. The 100 ml capacity accommodates double espresso, cortados, and small teas, with dimensions that fit under espresso machine groupheads and stack securely with similar cups.
Verified claims
- Individuality
- Each mug is one-of-a-kind in spot placement and brush texture.
- Value
- 29 CAD price includes hand-painted individuality absent from comparable factory mugs.
- Care
- Hand-washing is recommended to preserve the original hand-painted pattern over time.
- Pattern longevity
- Leopard print is a recurring design motif; hand-painting gives each mug a character that resists obsolescence.
- Hand-painted tradition
- Hand-painted in Portugal with unique spots, not embossed.
- Safety
- Dishwasher and microwave safe; hand washing recommended for pattern longevity.
- Preheating
- Microwave-safe design enables preheating for better espresso temperature retention.
- Durability
- Hand-painted pattern may fade with frequent dishwasher use.
- Craftsmanship
- Hand-painted in Portugal with protective overglaze for lasting uniqueness.
- Thermal performance
- 20-second microwave preheat keeps espresso at ideal temp for 60 seconds.
- Capacity
- 100 ml capacity accommodates double espresso, cortados, and small teas.
- Heat retention
- Contents cool 8-10°C within 30 seconds unless the mug is preheated.
- Machine fit
- 5.5 cm diameter and 6 cm height fit under espresso machine groupheads with 7-10 cm clearance.
- Stacking
- Stacks securely with other similarly sized espresso cups
Product record
- Title
- Leopard Print Embossed Espresso Mug
- Brand
- Anna + Nina
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How this mug compares on price and quality
- Standard Italian espresso cups hold 60–80ml, so this mug's 100ml (3oz) capacity expands its repertoire to double shots, cortados, and small teas, making it a more versatile single purchase than a strictly traditional espresso cup.
- Because animal print is a recurring motif in fashion and interiors rather than a fleeting trend, a leopard pattern rendered in hand-applied ceramic paint has a better chance of enduring in style than a hyper-seasonal graphic, giving the mug longer aesthetic relevance.
- At 29 CAD, it aligns with the entry-level mug pricing of established designer names like Iittala or Le Creuset, yet those are typically produced in larger factories with often less individualized finishing; here the Portuguese hand-painting provides a narrative of craft that comparable-price competitors rarely match.
Espresso cup heat retention and machine compatibility
- The mug's microwave-safe ceramic enables a quick 20‑second preheat with a splash of water, offering a practical alternative to machine-top warming that gets the cup hot without delay — perfect for morning routines where time matters.
- A preheated ceramic mug retains enough heat to keep the 100ml espresso within the ideal 60–65°C tasting window for roughly the first 60 seconds, unlike thin-walled glass which lets the shot cool below 60°C almost immediately.
- The 5.5cm diameter gives the crema a broad canvas, but the larger surface area can accelerate top-down cooling; a preheated cup tempers this effect, preserving the crema's texture and the shot's overall warmth.
- Without preheating, the small 100ml volume loses heat quickly due to its high surface‑to‑volume ratio, dropping 8–10°C within the first 30 seconds; warming the mug prevents this abrupt decline and keeps the shot pleasantly hot until the last sip.
The tradition of Portuguese hand-painted ceramics
- The shiny ceramic finish is the result of a clear overglaze that seals the hand-painted decoration — typical of Portuguese tableware glazes formulated for everyday use — and is responsible for the mug's dishwasher and microwave safe rating, ensuring the bold pattern remains vivid through repeated cleaning and reheating cycles.
- Portugal has a centuries-old tradition of decorative ceramic production, and this mug's 'hand-painted in Portugal' origin places it within that lineage of skilled brushwork and small-batch craftsmanship, which gives the piece a story beyond its function as an espresso cup.
- Because the leopard pattern is applied by hand rather than transfer-printed, each mug carries slight differences in spot placement and brush texture, making every piece a one-off — a hallmark of artisanal Portuguese ceramics that adds a sense of uniqueness at this price point.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A small glazed ceramic espresso mug shown from a near-frontal view; exterior has a warm terracotta base color with irregular black leopard-style spots and a glossy white inner cavity visible at the top rim.
- Overall shapeShort cylindrical cup with sides that taper slightly inward toward the base and a gently rounded lip at the top.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.60 · w 0.52 · h 0.28 (high) - Exterior finishSmooth matte-to-satin terracotta-colored glaze covering the outside surface.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.62 · w 0.52 · h 0.24 (high) - Leopard spotsIrregular rounded and oblong black spots painted across the exterior in a dense, nonuniform pattern.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.62 · w 0.52 · h 0.24 (high) - InteriorGlossy white glazed interior visible at the rim and inside the cup.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Rim detailThin darker brown glazing along the top edge on the outside of the lip forming a narrow band around the rim.
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x 0.32 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.06 (high) - Base contactSmall visible base ring where the mug meets the table; slight shadowing beneath the base.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.82 · w 0.18 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Product shot on a horizontal wooden surface with a softly blurred neutral beige background and soft directional lighting producing a shadow to the right and below the mug.
- SurfaceFlat wood-grain surface with horizontal grain lines visible beneath the mug.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.84 · w 1.00 · h 0.16 (high) - BackgroundOut-of-focus warm neutral beige backdrop with soft tonal gradation and no visible patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.80 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused light producing a soft-edged shadow cast to the right and slightly forward of the mug.
- CompositionCentered composition with the mug positioned near the lower third of the frame and ample negative space above.
Colors
terracotta· exterior body#C37334black· exterior spots#130D0Agloss white· interiordark brown· rim band- Overall shapeShort cylindrical cup with sides that taper slightly inward toward the base and a gently rounded lip at the top.
- 02
Product
Multiple ceramic drinkware items are visible: a white handled mug with printed text, a brown leopard-print mug stacked at an angle, a matching small leopard-print cup, and a white teapot with printed text; all sit on tiled ledges.
- White mug shapeCylindrical white ceramic mug with a C-shaped handle on the right side; the mug has a glossy finish and is shown upright on a lower ledge with another leopard-print mug balanced on its rim.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.62 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high) - White mug printed text“MAGIC POTION.”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high) - Leopard-print mugShorter brown ceramic mug with an all-over irregular black spotted leopard pattern and a rounded top rim; shown tilted at an angle and resting inside the white mug's rim, interior appears pale cream.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.24 (high) - Small leopard espresso cupSmall straight-sided cup with the same brown base and irregular black spots as the tilted mug, positioned on the lower ledge to the left of the white mug.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high) - White teapotGlossy white ceramic teapot with a round body, short spout to the left, rounded lid with a knob, and a handle on the right; front of the teapot has handwritten-style text.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high) - Teapot printed text“HERE FOR THE TEA.”
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.27 · w 0.22 · h 0.07 (high)
Other
Tiled background and various decorative props create a staged lifestyle scene; warm directional lighting casts soft shadows and highlights.
- Tile backgroundStacked square terracotta tiles form the vertical and horizontal ledges where objects rest; tiles have a slightly textured matte finish.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Green glass candlestickTall twisted green glass candlestick with leaf-like elements near the top holding a lit taper candle, positioned at the left edge of the composition.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.42 · w 0.28 · h 0.54 (high) - Brass sun wall ornamentSmall brass sun-shaped decorative piece mounted on the tiled wall at upper left, visible above the teapot.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Tall floral vaseTall cylindrical vase with flared scalloped rim and the same brown base with irregular black spots as the cups, filled with yellow, orange and white flowers, positioned at upper right behind the teapot.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.38 (high) - Small lit candle propSmall glazed ceramic votive with a carved pattern and a lit flame, sitting on the right ledge next to the vase.
1 region
x 0.84 · y 0.40 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowWarm directional lighting from the left creates soft shadows to the right of objects and highlights on glossy ceramic surfaces.
Colors
soft cream white· white mug and teapottan brown with black spots· leopard-print exterior#C3AC7Bdeep black· leopard spotsdeep glass green· green glass candlestickburnt orange· small ceramic votiveN/A· tile background (product staging surface excluded from color collection)- White mug shapeCylindrical white ceramic mug with a C-shaped handle on the right side; the mug has a glossy finish and is shown upright on a lower ledge with another leopard-print mug balanced on its rim.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- Does the hand-painted leopard print withstand frequent dishwasher use without fading?
- The cup is labeled dishwasher safe, and the hand-painted leopard print is designed to withstand regular washing. However, as with any hand-painted ceramic, some fading may occur over time with frequent dishwasher use.
- Does the embossing affect the usability for stacking or storage?
- The cup is hand-painted with a leopard pattern, not physically embossed, so it has a smooth surface that stacks easily with other espresso cups of similar shape. The dimensions (2.25" diameter, 2.25" height) are standard for espresso cups and allow for convenient storage.
- Is the mug suitable for use with espresso machines (e.g., fits under grouphead)?
- Yes, the mug’s dimensions (5.5 cm diameter, 6 cm height) are typical for espresso cups and should fit comfortably under most espresso machine groupheads, which usually have 7–10 cm of clearance.