Ceramic Coffee Mug 16 oz - Whale by Ernest Swanson (Stlaay hlang'laas)

Sip with depth, memory, and meaning. This 16 oz ceramic coffee mug features Whale, a powerful design by Haida artist Ernest Swanson (Stlaay hlang'laas). Inspired by the whale’s role in connecting us to the rich legacies of our ancestors, this mug brings Indigenous story and cultural continuity into your daily ritual.

What Makes It Special

• Thoughtfully designed for daily use: Generous 16 oz size with a comfortable handle and balanced weight, ideal for coffee, tea, or your favourite warm drink.

• Meaningful Indigenous artwork: Ernest Swanson’s Whale design reflects ancestral connection, strength, and continuity within Haida culture.

• Mix and match friendly
  Designed to stack and pair beautifully with other 16 oz ceramic coffee mugs by Native Northwest, or mix things up with complementary designs from our Ceramic Espresso Cups collection.
• Perfect gift for

  • Coffee lovers who appreciate art with meaning

  • Housewarmings and thoughtful host gifts

  • Birthdays, holidays, or everyday “thinking of you” moments

  • Anyone looking for an easy-to-gift BC gift with purpose

Indigenous artist Ernest Swanson (Stlaay hlang'laas) about his design:

"Whales connect us to the rich legacies of our ancestors."

Learn more about Haida artist Ernest Swanson (Stlaay hlang'laas).

Designed on the lands now known as British Columbia by Native Northwest.

5% of every sale featuring an Indigenous design is donated to the IRSSS (Indian Residential School Survivors Society).

Volume:  16 oz /  470 ml

Dimensions:

• Mug: Approx. 3.75" high × 4" diameter, 6" long including handle
            Approx. 9.5 cm high × 10.2 cm diameter, 15.2 cm long including handle

• Gift Box: Approx. 5.25" × 3.75" × 4"
                  Approx. 13.3 × 9.5 × 10.2 cm

Weight:  1.2 lb / 0.6 kg
Material:  ceramic
Care:  microwave and dishwasher safe