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The Archaeologist's Shelves Postcard - Watercolor Natural History Postcard - Vintage Science - Mini Print - Notecard - Blank Greeting Card

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  • Materials: Paper, Ink
  • Gift wrapping: Available

Seller's description

The Archaeologist's Shelves

Postcard featuring my original watercolor and ink illustration of the vintage oddities and books tucked away in the shelves of an archaeologist, including a tiny lawn gnome! This painting was inspired by some of my favorite childhood movies, including Indiana Jones, the Mummy, and Jurassic Park.

Send a note to a friend, add to a gift basket, or frame and use as a mini art print to decorate your home! This postcard is also available as a set, which is perfect to use for yourself or to give as a gift! Available here: https://etsy.me/2lFL9zr

DETAILS:
-Printed on high quality, 300gsm, matte card using archival ink.
-Each postcard measures 4.25 x 5.5" (A2)


Please note that colors may vary slightly between computer monitors and actual card.

Want to see more? Follow me on Instagram at @earlgreypaper for new work, coupon codes, and the occasional pun!

(c) Elizabeth Gass 2019
All rights remain with artist.

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Shipping & return policies
  • Get it by
    Nov 4-9
  • Returns & exchanges
    Accepted within 30 days
  • Cost to ship
    $5.00 to United States, 43215.

    Enjoy free shipping to the US when you spend $35+ at this shop.

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5.0

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Lorin Mar 12, 2026

Thank you for a nicely appropriate card for a young archeologist.

Lorin Mar 12, 2026

5 out of 5 stars 5 This item

Eldelin Jan 23, 2026

lovely card, very well printed and designed is beautiful

Eldelin Jan 23, 2026

5 out of 5 stars 5 This item

Angela Jan 8, 2025

I love these little postcards. I have them all on my wall, I love the artwork and the idea of the shelves. There is so much detail I see something new every time. Postcard is excellent quality and packaging was lovely 🥰

Angela Jan 8, 2025

5 out of 5 stars 5 This item

Paula Apr 24, 2024

Fantastic item, I will certainly be buying again.

Paula Apr 24, 2024

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May include: A hand-drawn illustration of a bookshelf filled with books, maps, and other objects. The bookshelf is decorated with vines and flowers. The illustration is in a vintage style.

The Archaeologist's Shelves

Postcard featuring my original watercolor and ink illustration of the vintage oddities and books tucked away in the shelves of an archaeologist, including a tiny lawn gnome! This painting was inspired by some of my favorite childhood movies, including Indiana Jones, the Mummy, and Jurassic Park.

Send a note to a friend, add to a gift basket, or frame and use as a mini art print to decorate your home! This postcard is also available as a set, which is perfect to use for yourself or to give as a gift! Available here: https://etsy.me/2lFL9zr

DETAILS:
-Printed on high quality, 300gsm, matte card using archival ink.
-Each postcard measures 4.25 x 5.5" (A2)


Please note that colors may vary slightly between computer monitors and actual card.

Want to see more? Follow me on Instagram at @earlgreypaper for new work, coupon codes, and the occasional pun!

(c) Elizabeth Gass 2019
All rights remain with artist.

  • Designed by
    LizzyGass
  • Materials
    Paper, Ink
  • Gift wrapping
    Available

Delivery details and policies

  • Get it by
    Nov 4-9
  • Returns and exchanges
    Accepted within 30 days.
  • Ships from
    Portland, OR
  • Cost to ship
    $5.00 to United States, 43215

    Enjoy free shipping to the US when you spend $35+ at this shop.

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LizzyGass
Elizabeth Gass
LizzyGass ·

Portland, Oregon

We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience. 5.0
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7 years on Etsy
Elizabeth Gass
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Smooth shipping Has a history of shipping on time with tracking.

Rave reviews Average review rating is 4.8 or higher.

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