18th Century Architecture in Edenton, NC - 1941 Photo

This vintage photograph captures an architectural gem located in Edenton, Chowan County, North Carolina. Constructed in the early 18th century, the building was designed by Francis Corbin, an agent of the Lords Proprietors. Its two-story frame structure features a gable roof and a distinctive cupola, embodying the architectural style of the period.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document significant historical buildings across the region. This particular structure is notable for its built-in furniture, intricate paneling, and distinctive doorways, reflecting the craftsmanship of its time.

Published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, this photograph serves as a valuable resource for understanding early American architecture. It was acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953 and is housed within the Library of Congresss Prints and Photographs Division.