1812 Architectural Gem in New Bern, NC - Vintage Photo

This vintage photograph captures an architectural gem located in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina. The building, designed in the side hall type, dates back to 1812 and showcases a 2 1/2 story brick structure. Notable features include an arched ceiling porch and coupled columns, exemplifying the craftsmanship of the period.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, an initiative aimed at documenting significant architectural styles throughout the region. This specific photograph is credited to Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent American photographer known for her work in the early 20th century. The building is also referenced in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina, published in 1941.

This historical image serves as a testament to the rich architectural heritage of New Bern and offers insight into the design aesthetics prevalent during its construction.

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