St. Annes Parish, Loretto, VA - Vintage Photo 1930

This vintage photograph captures St. Anne’s parish, located in Loretto, Essex County, Virginia. The building, dating back to approximately 1731, showcases the architectural heritage of colonial Virginia. Notable features include its elegant pediments, distinctive gables, and intricate brickwork, which reflect the craftsmanship of the era.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a significant collection documenting historic American structures. This particular photograph is linked to the reference print in LOT 11841-29 and was published in Henry Irving Brocks book, Colonial Churches in Virginia, in 1930.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, an esteemed photographer, captured this image during her extensive work on architectural documentation. Acquired from her estate in 1953, this photograph serves as a testament to Virginias rich historical narrative and architectural legacy.

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