1821 Two-Story House in Lawrence County, Alabama

This vintage photograph captures a significant architectural structure located in Lawrence County, Alabama, near Town Creek. The two-story brick house, constructed in 1821 by Reverend Turner Saunders, features a basement and a distinctive loggia that connects the first floor to a metal roof. This design exemplifies early 19th-century Southern architecture, reflecting the craftsmanship and building techniques of the period.

The image is associated with the estate of Mrs. Wm. Skeggs and was documented as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. This survey aimed to preserve and showcase the regions historical buildings, emphasizing their importance in American architectural history.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this photograph serves as a valuable record of the architectural heritage in Alabama. It is part of a larger collection housed at the Library of Congress, underscoring its significance as a historical artifact.

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