Edenton NC Cupola House Vintage Photo 1941

This vintage photograph, taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures the architectural beauty of the Cupola House in Edenton, North Carolina. Built in the early 18th century, it was constructed under the guidance of Francis Corbin, an agent of the Lords Proprietors. The two-story frame building features a distinctive gable roof and a prominent cupola, which are characteristic of the periods architectural style.

The Cupola House has historical significance, representing the early colonial architecture of North Carolina. It showcases the craftsmanship and design elements prevalent during its construction. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, highlighting the importance of preserving regional architectural heritage.

This photograph was published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, further solidifying its role in documenting the states architectural history.

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