Milledgeville GA Historic Building Photo 1820

This vintage photograph, created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, depicts a significant structure located in Milledgeville, Baldwin County, Georgia. The building, dating back to around 1820, showcases classical architectural elements such as columns, porticoes, and entablatures, characteristic of the periods design sensibilities.

Johnston, known for her contributions to architectural photography, captured this image during the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which aimed to document the regions historic buildings. This photograph forms part of a larger collection housed in the Library of Congress, emphasizing the architectural heritage of Georgia.

The publication of this image in Frederick Doveton Nichols The Early Architecture of Georgia in 1957 further highlights its historical significance. Collectors and history enthusiasts will find this image a valuable addition, reflecting the rich architectural narrative of early 19th-century Georgia.

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