Dower House, Rosaryville, MD, 1660 - Vintage Photograph

This vintage photograph captures the Dower House, located in Rosaryville, Prince Georges County, Maryland. Dating back to approximately 1660, it served as the old hunting lodge for the Lords of Baltimore. The land was patented in 1703 as His Lordships Kindness, reflecting the estates historical significance.

The image documents the structures enduring architecture, showcasing its brickwork and remnants that tell the story of its past. It is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document and preserve significant structures throughout the region. The photograph was taken before and after a devastating fire that destroyed much of the building in August 1931, marking a pivotal moment in its history.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, an influential photographer, captured this image as part of her extensive work documenting American architecture. The Dower House remains a poignant symbol of Marylands colonial past and the evolution of its historic sites.

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