1854 Brick House in Raleigh, NC - Vintage Photograph

This vintage photograph features a classic brick house located in Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina. Built in 1854, the structure showcases an elegant porch adorned with columns and fanlights, typical of the architectural style of the period. The image captures the charm of Southern architecture, with details such as sidelights around the entrance and benches that enhance the inviting atmosphere of the residence.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, a notable photographer, documented this building as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project aimed at preserving the architectural heritage of the region. The photograph was later published in Thomas Tileston Waterman’s 1941 work, *The Early Architecture of North Carolina*, further solidifying its historical significance.

This image serves as a visual record of Raleighs architectural history, contributing to the understanding of 19th-century design in the American South. It is part of the Library of Congress collection, ensuring its preservation for future generations to appreciate.

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