1790 Architectural Heritage in Salisbury, NC

This vintage photograph captures a significant architectural structure located in Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, dating back to approximately 1790. The image features notable architectural elements, including intricately designed balconies, porches, and railings that reflect the craftsmanship of the era.

Enhancements made to the building between 1840 and 1845 include the addition of ironwork galleries, which enrich its historical value. The presence of two fine mantels within the structure further exemplifies the quality of design and construction from that period.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project aimed at documenting the unique architectural heritage of the region. This image, acquired from the estate of Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1953, serves as a valuable record of North Carolinas architectural history.

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