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Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. SKU 88625a. Archival Giclee Fine art print for wall decor. Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. Shown as a detailed flat fine art print, highlighting archival giclee quality. Available as an archival giclee rolled canvas, fine art paper, or poster print. SKU 88625a. Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. Shown in a sleek black glass frame for a contemporary gallery look. Available as an archival giclee rolled canvas, fine art paper, or poster print. SKU 88625a. Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. Shown in a natural wood glass frame for a timeless modern aesthetic. Available as an archival giclee rolled canvas, fine art paper, or poster print. SKU 88625a. Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. Shown in a crisp white glass frame for a clean and minimalist style. Available as an archival giclee rolled canvas, fine art paper, or poster print. SKU 88625a. Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. Displayed in a glass frame with matte in a clean modern living room. Available as an archival giclee rolled canvas, fine art paper, or poster print. SKU 88625a. Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. Shown in a natural wood frame in a cozy modern living room. Available as an archival giclee rolled canvas, fine art paper, or poster print. SKU 88625a. Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. Shown as extra-large giant wall art in a modern living room. Available as an archival giclee rolled canvas, fine art paper, or poster print. SKU 88625a.
Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro. SKU 88625a. Archival Giclee Fine art print for wall decor.

Salty Waves VII Dark by Mercedes Lopez Charro

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This captivating artwork presents a stylized sand dollar rendered in a muted coastal color palette that creates a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The piece is categorized as Coastal & Nautical, specifically falling under Coastal Abstracts, and embodies a Coastal aesthetic that makes it perfect for creating a calm, beach-inspired retreat in any space.

BedroomModern minimalistCalmCool

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Produced in-house in our Sarasota, FL studio by real craftspeople.

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54" wide rolls with virtually unlimited length. A 3:2 portrait at full width prints at 54 x 81.

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Every print ships unframed and unstretched, rolled in a protective tube. You choose how to finish it -- frame it, stretch it, or install it your way.

Large format ready

54" wide rolls with virtually unlimited length. A 3:2 portrait at full width prints at 54 x 81 -- designer-scale wall art with no compromises.

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Salty Waves VII Dark
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This captivating artwork presents a stylized sand dollar rendered in a muted coastal color palette that creates a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The piece is categorized as Coastal & Nautical, specifically falling under Coastal Abstracts, and embodies a Coastal aesthetic that makes it perfect for creating a calm, beach-inspired retreat in any space.

Art Historian's Take
Mercedes Lopez Charro — "Salty Waves VII Dark" is a compelling example of contemporary coastal abstraction, where the artist employs a restrained yet evocative palette to explore the intersection of natural form and decorative pattern. The work’s composition centers a stylized sand dollar, its star-shaped silhouette rendered with deliberate precision, while the surrounding field is imbued with a rhythmic, almost tactile quality through a series of hand-drawn strokes in varying shades of blue. This technique suggests the fluid motion of water and the subtle textures of the seafloor, aligning the piece with the broader tradition of watercolor-based botanical and marine illustration while diverging into the realm of modern graphic abstraction. The color scheme, dominated by a deep navy and punctuated by a luminous white and soft sky blue, achieves a sophisticated tonal harmony that balances visual weight and luminosity. The use of negative space is strategic, allowing the central motif to command attention while the surrounding patterns create a sense of depth and movement. This work is not merely a depiction of a marine organism but a meditation on the quiet beauty of coastal life, rendered in a style that is both accessible and artistically refined. Its placement within the contemporary coastal aesthetic reflects a broader cultural fascination with nature’s simplicity and the therapeutic qualities of seaside environments, positioning Lopez Charro as a significant voice in the ongoing evolution of decorative art that draws from natural motifs.
Category
Coastal And Nautical • Coastal Abstracts
Subject
Sand Dollar
Best Rooms
Bedroom • Living room • Entryway • Spa bathroom • Office
Visual Style
Modern minimalist • Japandi • Scandinavian • Soft contemporary • Coastal • Farmhouse • Coastal
Mood
Calm• Serene• Elegant• Contemplative
Themes
Simplicity • Natural harmony • Coastal tranquility • Organic beauty
Palette
Navy blue•Sky blue• Muted coastal palette
Temperature
Cool • Medium contrast
Energy
Low
Works With
Warm white • Greige • Soft beige • Light blush • Cool gray
Pairs With
Light oak or maple frames • Neutral linen furnishings • Warm white walls • Brass accents
Ideal As
Supporting gallery wall piece • Minimalist standalone print • Layered neutral collection
Emotional Use
Creates a calming focal point • Reduces visual noise • Supports minimalist interiors
Visual & Display
Composition
Centered Minimal
Recommended Size
Light visual weight• Best at 16x20" - 40x60"
Viewing
Close to mid-range • High at close range detail
Buyer Profile
Primary
Interior designers • Home stagers • Boutique hospitality • Residential homeowners
Secondary
Minimalist homeowners • New construction buyers • Renters seeking temporary decor
Trend Analysis
Trend
Coastal • Stable • Mature
Longevity
Low risk
Manufacturer
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Decorus Art • Sarasota, FL
Part No.
88625a
SID
SID28942 • View collection →
Artist
Mercedes Lopez Charro

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Premium Poster Paper

Gloss finish with vivid color reproduction. An efficient choice for hospitality projects, large art packages, and everyday design installs.

Weight216 g/m² (8.1 mil)
FinishGloss
Opacity98%
Brightness92% ISO / 90 TAPPI
Whiteness115 CIE
Ink systemUV-cured pigment
CertificationFSC-certified
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Giclée Fine Art

Museum-grade 61# matte, neutral white paper with rich archival inks producing exceptional tonal range and detail.

Weight230 g/m² (61#)
Thickness9.5 mil
FinishMatte, neutral white
Opacity>98%
Brightness95 ISO
Ink systemAqueous giclée pigment
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Decor Canvas

Poly-cotton blend with a high white point for enhanced color gamut. Ships rolled for finishing flexibility—gallery wrap, float frame, or traditional stretch.

Composition65% polyester, 35% cotton
Weight360 g/m² (11 oz)
Thickness19 mil
FinishSatin
Bleed3″ mirrored + trim box
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All prints include a trim box and required copyright information printed as a small line at the bottom of the image.

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Modern minimalistJapandiScandinavianSoft contemporaryCoastalFarmhouseCalmSimplicityNatural harmonyCoastal tranquilityOrganic beautyBedroomLiving room

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Marigold Landscape I
Beverly Fields
Great quality prints

I took a chance and ordered and I’m glad I did. The prints arrived quickly and were well packaged, no damage. The colors and quality of paper look better than expected. I’m very satisfied and would order again. Thank you for great customer service.

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Thank you for the kind words, we really appreciate you giving us a shot. Glad to hear everything arrived safely and exceeded expectations. Looking forward to working with you again.

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Wildflower Field
Deborah Butler
Love the artwork

The colors are great for our room. We needed something with the dark teal color. Love the artwork. The artwork however was almost ruined. The delivery person put it out on front stoop in the pouring rain. I would suggest that Decorus put the tube into sealed plastic before inserting into the shipping box.

Hi Deborah,

Thank you for the feedback, we really appreciate it—and I’m glad to hear the artwork and colors worked well for your space.

I’m sorry to hear about the delivery experience, that’s always frustrating when carriers leave packages exposed like that.

Since your order and your feedback, we took a big look at how we were packaging prints and ran with your feedback. Since the end of last year we all prints are now rolled and placed inside a protective plastic sleeve before going into the tube, which is then placed in the box, which helps prevent issues like moisture exposure during transit.

We appreciate you calling that out, it’s exactly the kind of feedback that helps us improve.

Cheers,
Shane

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Jeanette Vertentes
Atlantic Shuffle

awesome quality and color representation

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Bob Gahl
My wife loves giraffes

How could I not add to her collection with this hilarious picture of a giraffe? She loves it.

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Cape Cod Bicycle
Kimberly D Wold
Darling

I really love this print and plan to give it as a gift for Mother's Day ❤️💐

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O Happy Day
Kimberly D Wold
Fun

I wish I had ordered a larger print of this one. I think it will still be cute in my master bathroom. I really love the whimsy.

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Blue Vase
Kimberly D Wold
Lovely

This print was so pretty, I am excited to find a perfect frame for it!

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Accent Chair
Julie Young
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We love the Decorus furniture covers! They save time to make our logistics team more efficient and protect our inventory to help it last longer. BY Design Home Staging

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How will my print arrive?

Your print arrives unframed and unstretched, rolled in a protective tube. No frame, no stretcher bars, no mounting -- just the printed material. You choose how to finish it.

Does this come framed or stretched?

No. Every print ships unframed and unstretched, rolled in a tube. This is the print only -- you take it to a local frame shop, stretch it yourself, or have your designer install it however you like.

Does your canvas prints come with a bleed for stretching?

Yes, by default all Canvas Prints come standard with a 3" mirrored bleed.

Do you produce this yourselves?

Yes. Every print is produced in-house at our studio in Sarasota, Florida.

What is the difference between materials?

Poster is smooth and cost-efficient, fine art is the most elevated paper choice with rich detail, and canvas adds textural softness and painterly depth. All three ship unframed and unstretched.

Do you do custom sizes?

Yes, we do custom sizes. Please send your part number and the custom size and substrate you are looking to have printed and we can quote you the price or build you a draft order. Please send inquiries to info@decorus.art

Do you modify or crop images?

Do you need us to alter an image ratio, artist signature, change color, or other image manipulation? There is a flat $25 design fee. If the image ratio is staying the same and you just need a size not listed, please email us at info@decorus.art or tell us in chat and we can add that option to our website. There is no charge for the same ratio in a size not listed.

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All sales are final due to the nature of print on demand. However, we do accept returns in cases of manufacturing defects or delivery of the wrong item. Please contact us immediately if you receive a defective or incorrect item.

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