Holly Bend, Huntersville NC, Historic Photo 1800

This vintage photograph showcases a historic structure located in Huntersville, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Known as Holly Bend, the building dates back to 1800 and was originally owned by Robert Davidson. The image captures architectural features such as its distinctive doors and pediments, highlighting the craftsmanship of early American design.

Holly Bend is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document significant architectural sites across the region. This photograph is credited to Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent figure in early 20th-century photography, whose work often focused on Southern architecture. The image also appears in Thomas Tileston Watermans publication, The Early Architecture of North Carolina, emphasizing its historical significance.

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