{"product_id":"signed-antique-leather-bound-set-stoddard-s-lectures-circa-1890s","title":"Signed Antique Leather Bound Set, Stoddard’s Lectures, Circa 1890s","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"230\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eAn exceptional and highly collectible antique set of \u003cem data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"306\"\u003eStoddard’s Lectures\u003c\/em\u003e by John L. Stoddard, presented in original richly grained leather bindings with elaborate gilt floral ornamentation. This distinguished collection embodies late 19th century craftsmanship, with finely tooled spines and an elegantly aged patina that reflects its authenticity and preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eThe set is further elevated by the inclusion of an original portrait and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"744\"\u003ehandwritten signature by John L. Stoddard, dated October 3, 1894\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this a rare and desirable acquisition for serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eStoddard’s celebrated travel lectures offer a vivid window into global cultures and landscapes of the era, combining literary merit with historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"998\"\u003eSpecial Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eJohn L. Stoddard was one of the first lecturers to use large scale projected photographs, known as magic lantern slides, during his talks, an innovative approach that helped pioneer modern visual storytelling and travel presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eAuthor, John L. Stoddard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eTitle, \u003cem data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eStoddard’s Lectures\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003ePeriod, Late 19th century, circa 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eBinding, Original leather with gilt detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eSignature, Hand signed and dated, Oct. 3, 1894\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eCondition, good antique condition, with age appropriate wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eA refined addition to any curated library, study, or interior space, equally suited for collectors and design connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sireena's Vintage Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52200881389849,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/8995\/0233\/files\/273BE586-FE7F-4D75-8ED5-35F5AD1DE7B3.jpg?v=1775440661","url":"https:\/\/sireenasvintagegallery.com\/products\/signed-antique-leather-bound-set-stoddard-s-lectures-circa-1890s","provider":"Sireena's Vintage Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}