Vintage Flower Arrangement in Middleburg, VA 1900s

Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer of the early 20th century, captured this vintage image in Middleburg, Loudoun County, Virginia. This photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document the historic architecture and cultural heritage of the region. The image reflects the artistic arrangements of flowers displayed in elegant vases, indicative of the floral shows that were popular during this era.

The Carnegie Survey, initiated in the early 1900s, was instrumental in preserving the architectural landscape of the American South. Johnstons work, including this photograph, serves as a valuable record of the aesthetic preferences and social customs of the time. The image is a testament to the craftsmanship involved in flower arrangement and the significance of such displays in community events.

This photograph is available through the Library of Congress, where it is preserved as part of a broader collection highlighting the rich cultural history of Virginia and the South.