Is "Stipes" a clue or did you just forget the "r?" In the dictionary a stipe is a stalk or stem, especially the stem of a seaweed or fungus or the stalk of a fern frond.
I can see that not all the lines are equidistant, as though they were applied independently of each other on what appears to be concrete.
If the title is supposed to be "Earned Stripes" then these lines would have to be indicative of some sort of achievement.
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I have no idea what this could be, though it seems to be some type of plant material. I do like the textures in the photo. Nice work ans thanks for sharing.
I can see that not all the lines are equidistant, as though they were applied independently of each other on what appears to be concrete.
If the title is supposed to be "Earned Stripes" then these lines would have to be indicative of some sort of achievement.
Still thinking...