Historic Residence in Savannah, GA (1816-1819)

This vintage photograph captures a historic residence located in Savannah, Georgia, situated in Chatham County. Constructed between 1816 and 1819, this house was designed by architect William Jay for Richard Richardson. The property later changed hands in 1830 when it was purchased by George T. Owens, and it remains in the family, currently belonging to his granddaughter.

The architectural features of this building include elegant balconies, imposing columns, and intricate fencing, all characteristic of the early 19th-century Southern style. This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document and preserve the historical architecture of the region.

Published in Frederick Doveton Nichols 1957 work The Early Architecture of Georgia, this photograph serves as an important visual reference for understanding the rich architectural heritage of Savannah.

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