Material Trace No. 01: Horizontal Strata Poster

$35 USD

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Size:

30x30 cm / 12x12″40x40 cm / 16x16″50x50 cm / 20x20″70x70 cm / 28x28″

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Museum-quality archival paper

Designed in our Napa studio

Tonal gradient art print in warm neutrals — white, cream, wheat, and grey arranged in clean horizontal bands with fine surface texture running through each layer. Ships unframed on archival paper, so you can finish it in whatever frame suits your space. Strong choice for a bedroom, studio, or entryway where the walls are already doing a lot and you need something that settles rather than competes.

Field Notes

From the Material Trace Studies — work that focuses on surface and texture rather than image or symbol. Each piece in the series uses mark, line, and tone to build something that reads more like material than picture. The banding here references the way physical surfaces — plaster, paper, woven fiber — hold light differently depending on their depth and density.

A smart entry point into the series if you want to see how it works in your space before committing to a frame. Pairs well with other Material Trace pieces for a tonal, layered gallery wall. Affordable neutral abstract art that works in rooms that lean minimalist, organic, or Japandi.

Paper Quality

Same 250gsm archival matte paper used in our framed editions. Natural white, uncoated, acid-free surface rated to resist yellowing over time. Archival pigment inks rated for 100+ years of color stability. Ships flat or in a protective tube depending on size.

Production & Sustainability

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

Care & Display

We recommend framing under glass or plexiglass for long-term display. Until framed, store flat and away from direct sunlight and moisture. Not recommended for unframed display in bathrooms or 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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Material Trace No. 01: Horizontal Strata Poster

$35 USD

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