Gordonsville VA Waterwheels Photo, Early 1900s

This vintage photograph, created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a scene from Gordonsville, Virginia, located in Albemarle County. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant architectural features and landscapes throughout the region. The photograph highlights the historical significance of waterwheels, a vital component of the local economy and industry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Johnston, an influential photographer known for her work in documenting American architecture, provides a glimpse into the past through this image. The photograph dates back to the early 1900s and reflects the craftsmanship and design typical of the period. The Carnegie Surveys mission was to preserve the architectural heritage of the South, and this image contributes to that goal by illustrating the functional beauty of waterwheels in the landscape.

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