Goose Creek SC 1810 Historic Structure Photograph

This vintage photograph captures a historic structure located in Goose Creek, Berkeley County, South Carolina. Built in 1810 by John Ball, a prominent rice planter, the building served as a residence for the Captain of the Yard at the Charleston Navy Yard. It reflects the architectural style of the era, showcasing features typical of Southern plantations.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a significant documentation project aimed at preserving the architectural heritage of the region. This particular photograph was published in Samuel Gaillard Stoneys 1938 work, Plantations of the Carolina Low Country, which contributes to our understanding of the social and cultural landscape of the time.

The detailed composition highlights elements such as andirons and decorative arts associated with the homes interior, offering a glimpse into the lifestyle and craftsmanship of early 19th-century South Carolina.

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