Historic Home Interior, Keene VA, 1806 - Vintage Photo

This vintage photo, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston in the early 20th century, showcases a historic interior of a home in Keene, Virginia, Albemarle County, dating back to 1806. The residence, originally designed by Thomas Jefferson on the Palladian Villa Rotunda model, was once the abode of Colonel James Powell Cocke. The image highlights the detailed craftsmanship of the fireplace and the architectural elegance of its time, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Virginia.

Part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, this piece offers a glimpse into the past, connecting viewers to a significant chapter in American history.

KNOWOL historical art prints connect the rich stories and imagery of our past. A statement in any room, each reproduction is printed on museum-quality paper using a restored vintage image.