Cupola House Edenton NC 1940s Vintage Photograph

This vintage photograph captures the Cupola House, located in Edenton, North Carolina, a significant example of early 18th-century architecture. Constructed under the direction of Francis Corbin, an agent of the Lords Proprietors, the house features a two-story frame structure characterized by a gable roof and a distinctive cupola.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, highlighting the regions historical architectural styles. The Cupola House Association has played a vital role in preserving this landmark, ensuring that its rich history is accessible to future generations. This photograph contributes to the understanding of architectural trends in early American settlements.

Documented in the early 1940s by Thomas Tileston Waterman in The Early Architecture of North Carolina, this image serves as an educational resource for those interested in the architectural heritage of the state.

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