Petrified Log, Petrified Forest Arizona — 1906 Postcard

A monumental piece of petrified wood dominates this remarkable 1906 postcard from the Petrified Forest near Holbrook, Arizona. The dark mineralized trunk stretches across a pale desert landscape, while its exposed end reveals richly colored patterns that distinguish the ancient wood from the softly rendered terrain surrounding it.

Delicate blue-gray, pink, cream, brown and mineral-red tones give the scene the distinctive appearance of an early color postcard. The handwritten-style "Petrified Log" title, desert formations and authentic period printing character combine natural history with the visual romance of early American travel imagery.

Artwork Details

• Artist: Unidentified
• Title: Petrified Log, Petrified Forest near Holbrook, Arizona
• Original title: Petrified log. Petrified Forest near Holbrook, Arizona
• Series: Postcard filing series
• Date: 1906
• Period: Early 20th century
• Place of Origin: Petrified Forest near Holbrook, Arizona, United States
• Medium: Photomechanical print; postcard format

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.