1755 Dorchester County Architecture Near Ashley River

This vintage photograph captures a significant structure located in Dorchester County, South Carolina, near the Ashley River. Built in 1755 by John Williams, the building showcases Baroque gables that were reconstructed in 1868. Its architectural features reflect the historical styles prevalent in the region during that era. The interior and the covered piazza have undergone modern renovations, yet the property has remained within the same family since its construction.

Associated with prominent local figures, including Mrs. J.J. Pringle Smith, this site is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. The photograph is a valuable documentation of the architectural heritage of the Carolina Low Country, as published in Samuel Gaillard Stoneys 1938 work, Plantations of the Carolina Low Country.

This image serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and architectural evolution in the American South, connecting viewers to the past that shaped the region.

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