Historic Interior of Leesburg, VA, 1822 Photograph

This vintage photograph, taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a detailed interior of a historic building in Leesburg, Virginia, dating back to approximately 1822. The image features period furniture, including desks and chairs, alongside intricate wallpaper that reflects the architectural style of the early 19th century.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant structures and their historical contexts. This particular image was created for Mr. Harry B. Rust of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and serves as a valuable record of the Rust familys estate and its surroundings in Loudoun County.

Johnstons work, now preserved in the Library of Congress, offers a glimpse into the domestic life and aesthetics of the time. Her photographs are appreciated not only for their artistic composition but also for their contribution to understanding American architectural heritage.

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.