Eastville, VA Colonial Architecture Photo, 1680-1691

This vintage photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases a significant architectural structure located in Eastville, Northampton County, Virginia. Constructed between 1680 and 1691, this building is a testament to early colonial craftsmanship, featuring distinctive brickwork and elegant fanlights. It stands on a peninsula bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay, highlighting the areas historical importance.

Before the American Revolution, the interior of this building was known for its exquisite furnishings, many of which were imported from England under the patronage of Queen Anne. This connection to English heritage underscores the cultural exchanges that shaped colonial Virginia.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents the architectural history of the region. Published in Henry Irving Brocks Colonial Churches in Virginia, this photograph serves as a valuable resource for understanding the architectural evolution of Virginias early religious structures.

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