1770 Wooden House in Savannah, GA - Architectural History

This vintage photograph captures a pre-Revolutionary wooden house located in Savannah, Georgias Chatham County. Constructed in 1770, the building showcases distinctive clapboard siding and a welcoming porch, representative of the architectural styles prevalent in the region during that era. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project aimed at documenting significant architectural landmarks across the Southern United States.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer known for her work in the early 20th century, took this photograph as part of her inventory. The image serves as a visual record of Savannah’s rich architectural history and provides insight into the craftsmanship of the period. This particular house reflects the enduring qualities of Southern architecture and the cultural heritage of the region.

Published in Frederick Doveton Nichols The Early Architecture of Georgia in 1957, this photograph is a valuable addition to any collection focused on American history and architecture. KNOWOLs historic images connect the rich stories and imagery of our past. A statement in any room, each is printed on museum-quality paper using a restored version of the original.