Greek Revival Home in Roswell, GA - Circa 1838 Photo

This vintage photograph features a Greek Revival-style home located in Roswell, Fulton County, Georgia, built circa 1838. The structure was constructed by Major James Bulloch, who oversaw its design and building. Known as the residence of Martha Bulloch, Theodore Roosevelts mother, this home showcases the architectural elegance of its time, including prominent columns and a grand portico.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant architectural landmarks across the region. This survey is notable for preserving the history and architectural diversity of the southern United States.

This photograph serves as a valuable historical artifact, capturing both the craftsmanship of the era and the personal history associated with one of Americas prominent families. The image was published in Frederick Doveton Nichols 1957 work, The Early Architecture of Georgia, contributing to our understanding of Georgias architectural heritage.

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