Clinton, GA Early 20th Century Interior Photograph

This vintage photograph captures an interior setting from Clinton, Jones County, Georgia, showcasing the architectural style of the early 20th century. Taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, an influential photographer known for her documentation of Southern architecture, the image highlights intricate details of fireplaces and mantels, reflecting the furnishings typical of the era.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document and preserve the architectural heritage of the region. Notably, the building depicted was destroyed by fire in 1941, making this image a vital historical record of a once-standing structure.

Published in Frederick Doveton Nichols The Early Architecture of Georgia in 1957, this piece not only serves as a glimpse into the past but also contributes to the understanding of architectural trends in Georgia during that time.

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