Historic Clynmalira Manor, Sparks Crossroads, MD 1705

This vintage photograph captures a historic building located in Sparks Crossroads, Baltimore County, Maryland. Built around 1705, this structure is one of the earliest estates associated with the Carroll family. Its architecture features distinctive diamond-patterned brickwork on the gable, a design element that is notably unusual for the period.

The estate was constructed on the property known as Clynmalira Manor shortly after the land survey conducted in 1705. It reflects the early colonial architecture of Maryland and showcases the craftsmanship of the time, making it a significant example in the context of American architectural history.

This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents historical buildings across the region. The photograph is attributed to Frances Benjamin Johnston, an influential figure known for her work in capturing American architecture.

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