Richmond VA Old Brick House Tract Photograph 1791

This vintage photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, focuses on a residence located in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia. The building, associated with the Old Brick House Tract, has a history dating back to as early as 1791. Its architectural features include clapboard siding and a prominent porch, emblematic of the regional style of the time.

Johnston was known for her work documenting Southern architecture, and this image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to preserve and study the diverse structures throughout the southern United States. The photograph is an important piece of historical documentation, illustrating the design and landscaping typical of Richmonds residential neighborhoods.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this image serves as a valuable resource for understanding Virginias architectural heritage. It is housed in the Prints and Photographs Division of the Library of Congress, where it contributes to a larger collection focused on the regions historical architecture.