Friction No. 05: Elemental Erosion

Name: Friction No. 05: Elemental Erosion
Brand: Merritt Lane
Price: 125.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$125 USD

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Size:

30x40 cm / 12x16″45x60 cm / 18x24″60x80 cm / 24x32″

Frame:White frame

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Printed and shipped in 3–5 days

Museum-quality archival paper

Designed in our Napa studio

Warm brown and white abstract wall art built around a single irregular form split into two tones — a pale, brushy upper section and a deep near-black lower mass, divided by a jagged horizontal seam. A thin white outline traces the full perimeter of the form against a rich chocolate brown ground with visible horizontal brushwork throughout. The warmest piece in the Friction Series by a significant margin. Works well in a dining room, living room, or bedroom where earth tone wall art needs weight and texture without going dark.

Field Notes

Part of The Friction Series — work drawn from the weathered surfaces of Northern California's industrial landscape. Where most pieces in the series deal in mechanical abrasion, this one reads more like chemical change — oxidation, mineral bleed, the kind of transformation that happens when iron-rich material sits in contact with moisture for decades. The rust-brown ground and the two-toned central form suggest a surface that's been eaten rather than scored. The visible brushwork in the background adds another layer of process — this is the most painterly piece in the series, and the one that sits most comfortably in warmer, more organic interiors. Pairs naturally with Terra Forms pieces or works alone as a statement in any rustic-modern or organic modern space. A strong choice for anyone looking for warm abstract wall art that still has edge.

Print & Frame Quality

250gsm archival matte paper with a natural white, uncoated surface. Archival pigment inks rated for 100+ years of color stability. Pine wood frame with shatterproof plexiglass. Arrives ready to hang with included hardware.

Production & Sustainability

Printed to order using FSC-certified materials. No warehoused inventory, no overproduction. We print exactly what gets ordered.

Care & Display

For longest life, hang away from direct sunlight and high humidity. Designed for interior spaces — not recommended for outdoor areas.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

30-Day Returns: Not the right fit? Return your print within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Items must be in original, sellable condition. You cover return shipping; we handle the rest.

Damage-Free or We Replace It: If your piece arrives damaged, contact us within 7 days with photos—we'll ship a replacement immediately at no charge. No need to return the damaged item.

Questions? Email concierge@merrittlane.com - we typically respond within 24 hours.

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Friction No. 05: Elemental Erosion

$125 USD

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