Ingleside Building, Lincolnton NC, 1817 Vintage Photo

This vintage photograph, attributed to Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases Ingleside, a historically significant building located in Lincolnton, North Carolina, constructed in 1817. The image highlights intricate architectural details, including elaborate moldings and mantels, which exemplify the craftsmanship of early 19th-century American design.

Ingleside was associated with Peter Forney, an iron master and member of the U.S. Congress, reflecting the prominence of its former occupants. This structure is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, emphasizing its cultural importance and historical context.

Published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, this photograph serves as an important visual document of the eras architectural style. The image contributes to the understanding of regional history and the evolution of domestic architecture in North Carolina.