Holly Bend Historic Building, Huntersville NC 1800

This vintage photograph captures Holly Bend, a historic building located in Huntersville, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Built in 1800, Holly Bend was originally owned by Robert Davidson and is a notable example of early architecture in the region. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project dedicated to documenting significant structures across the southern United States.

The photograph features intricate details of the building’s andirons, fireplaces, mantels, and moldings, reflecting the craftsmanship of the era. Such elements highlight the significance of Holly Bend in the context of North Carolinas architectural heritage.

Published in Thomas Tileston Watermans The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, this image serves as an important resource for understanding the states historical structures. It showcases the enduring legacy of early American architecture within the region.

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