Milledgeville GA 1820 Vintage Architectural Photograph

This vintage photograph captures an architectural gem located in Milledgeville, Baldwin County, Georgia, dating back to approximately 1820. It is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documented significant structures in the region. The image features detailed elements such as doors, porches, balconies, and fanlights, which showcase the craftsmanship of the era.

The photograph is credited to Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer renowned for her work in capturing the architecture and landscapes of the Southern United States. This particular piece was part of her inventory and reflects the architectural style prevalent in early 19th-century Georgia.

The image is also referenced in Frederick Doveton Nichols book, The Early Architecture of Georgia, published in 1957. It serves as an important visual record of the historical structures that have shaped the cultural heritage of Milledgeville.

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