



Historic Building in Charleston, SC - 1729 Photo Archive
This vintage photograph captures a historic building located in Charleston, South Carolina, constructed in 1729. Known for its architectural significance, this structure features distinctive elements such as doors adorned with fanlights, elegant crosses, and a prominent cupola. These characteristics reflect the design trends of the era and showcase the craftsmanship that characterized early Southern architecture.
The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project aimed at documenting the architectural heritage of the Southern United States. Frances Benjamin Johnston, an influential photographer, contributed to this survey, providing a critical visual record of architecture in Charleston and beyond.
Acquired from the estate of Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1953, this photograph serves as both a historical document and a piece of art, connecting viewers with the rich architectural narrative of Charleston.
KNOWOLs historic images connect the rich stories and imagery of our past. A statement in any room, each is printed on museum-quality paper using a restored version of the original.

Historic Building in Charleston, SC - 1729 Photo Archive
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