Material Trace No. 05: Linear Grain Poster

$45 USD

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Museum-quality archival paper

Designed in our Napa studio

Vertical art print in warm cream with a full-surface fine crosshatch — dark grey lines running in both directions, slightly irregular, building a texture that reads more like fabric than drawing. Ships unframed on archival paper. Works in a white or natural wood frame depending on how warm your walls run. A good fit for a bedroom, hallway, or studio where you want something with all-over visual texture and a completely neutral palette.

Field Notes

From the Material Trace Studies — a series built on surface, mark, and material logic. This piece is the most uniform in the collection, which is also what makes it interesting at scale. The grid doesn't do anything except be itself across the whole surface — and the slight hand-drawn irregularity is the only thing that separates it from something manufactured.

An affordable neutral art print that works in rooms with linen, raw wood, or any organic texture palette. Start here if you want a Material Trace piece that's easy to place and doesn't require the rest of the wall to do anything particular.

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. 05: Linear Grain Poster

$45 USD

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