Eutawville, SC Plantation History Photo (1808)

Frances Benjamin Johnston captured this vintage photograph in the early 20th century, showcasing the architectural heritage of South Carolinas Berkeley County, specifically the vicinity of Eutawville. The image features a plantation structure built in 1808 by Wm. Henry Sinkler, a descendant of a prominent indigo planting family. The building remains a testament to the regions agricultural history and the enduring legacy of its original occupants.

As part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, this photograph highlights the unique architectural elements typical of Southern plantations, including large columns and the surrounding natural landscape adorned with Spanish moss and towering trees. The enduring presence of the Sinkler family in the area underscores the historical significance of this site.

This image is part of a larger collection published in Samuel Gaillard Stoneys 1938 work, Plantations of the Carolina Low Country. It serves as an important visual documentation of Southern architecture and the cultural narratives associated with it.