Material Trace No. 11: Inset Forms Poster

$40 USD

Unframed Framed

Size:

21x29.7 cm / 8x12"30x45 cm / 12x18″40x60 cm / 16x24″60x90 cm / 24x36″

Variant

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Printed and shipped in 3-5 days

Museum-quality archival paper

Designed in our Napa studio

Vertical art print with two rounded rectangular forms floating against a paneled grid background — warm cream and wheat throughout, with concentric fine-line contouring defining the forms and crosshatch texture filling the ground. The whole piece operates in a single tonal range, which gives it a quiet sophistication that's easy to place. Ships unframed on archival paper; natural wood frame is the natural match. A good fit for a living room, bedroom, or home office where structure and warmth matter more than contrast.

Field Notes

From the Material Trace Studies — a series focused on surface, mark, and process. This piece brings more compositional intent than the others: two forms, a structured ground, a clear spatial logic — all rendered in the same restrained neutral palette the series is built around. The concentric line work references the kind of detailed drawing used in architectural and survey documents, softened here by the rounded geometry and warm tone.

A strong affordable neutral art print for rooms that want something with clear form and no color. Works on its own or as part of a gallery wall — the vertical format and architectural feel make it easy to pair with more textural pieces from the same series.

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. 11: Inset Forms Poster

$40 USD

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