Cobbs Creek, Virginia Architecture, Mid-20th Century

This vintage photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, documents a scene from Cobbs Creek in Northumberland County, Virginia. The image showcases architectural elements typical of the region, including porches and farmhouses, which reflect the rural lifestyle of the early 20th century.

Johnston was known for her contributions to the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a significant project aimed at documenting the historical architecture of the Southern United States. This photograph, part of that survey, emphasizes the charm and functionality of Virginias rural structures.

The image serves as a valuable historical artifact, providing insight into the domestic architecture and landscape of Cobbs Creek around the mid-20th century. It was acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953 and is preserved in the Library of Congresss Prints and Photographs Division.