Abandoned Structure in Sheldon, SC - Historical Photo 1938

This vintage photograph features an abandoned structure located in Sheldon, Beaufort County, South Carolina. The building, originally constructed in 1753, holds significant historical value, having been destroyed by the British army in 1779 during the Revolutionary War. The structure was later rebuilt in 1826, only to face destruction again in 1865 by General Shermans forces.

The photograph showcases the remnants of the brickwork and columns, now overtaken by vines, illustrating the passage of time and the buildings connection to South Carolinas rich architectural heritage. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, emphasizing the importance of documenting historical structures throughout the region.

Published in 1938 in Samuel Gaillard Stoneys Plantations of the Carolina Low Country, this photograph serves as a reminder of the resilience of Southern architecture and the narratives embedded in its ruins.