1822 Vintage Photo of Leesburg, Virginia Architecture

This vintage photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston captures a significant building in Loudoun County, Virginia, near Leesburg, dating back to approximately 1822. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, highlighting the architectural heritage and decorative arts of the region.

The photograph features intricately designed mantels and fireplaces situated within a living room, showcasing the craftsmanship prevalent in early 19th-century Virginia. This setting served as a residence for Mr. Harry B. Rust of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and reflects the lifestyle and tastes of the Rust family during that era.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this image is a valuable documentation of early American architecture and domestic life. As part of the Library of Congress collection, it serves as a historical artifact that enriches our understanding of the past.

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