Description: Date: Circa 1890s Description: This Magic Lantern glass slide features an image of the tomb of Leland Stanford Jr., the only child of Leland and Jane Stanford. The tomb is located in Palo Alto, California, near the grounds of Stanford University. After the tragic death of Leland Stanford Jr. at the age of 15 from typhoid fever, his parents founded Stanford University in his memory. The neoclassical tomb, designed by Charles Coolidge, is a significant historical landmark and is a part of the larger Stanford family mausoleum, which is considered an important site for both Stanford University and California history. Rarity: High. Magic Lantern slides that depict specific and historically significant sites like this one are quite rare. The combination of the historical significance of the Stanford family and the quality of this particular slide makes it a valuable collector's item. Historical Significance: The tomb of Leland Stanford Jr. holds deep historical significance as it is directly connected to the founding of one of the world's leading universities, Stanford University. The loss of Leland Stanford Jr. deeply affected his parents, leading them to dedicate their fortune to the establishment of the university in his memory. This slide captures a key piece of that history.
Price: 40 USD
Location: North Port, Florida
End Time: 2025-01-20T13:08:04.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Antique: Yes
Image Orientation: Landscape
Size: 3 1/4 x 4 in
Image Color: Black & White
Number of Slides: 1
Material: Glass
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Brand/Publisher: T.H. McAllister
Subject: Tomb of Leland Stanford Jr.
Vintage: Yes
Type: Magic Lantern Slide
Year of Production: 1890's
Photographer: T.H. McAllister
Theme: History
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
