Nelson House in Yorktown, Virginia - 1740s Architecture

This vintage photograph features the Nelson House, located in Yorktown, Virginia, an important site built between 1740 and 1741. The house was constructed by William Nelson, a notable figure in American history. His son, Thomas Nelson Jr., was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, a general during the Revolutionary War, and served as Governor of Virginia.

The image, part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, captures the architectural details and interiors of the historic home. The photograph is credited to Frances Benjamin Johnston, who documented significant structures throughout the South. The attention to detail reflects the craftsmanship of the period and the importance of the house in Virginia’s colonial history.

This photograph serves as a visual record of early American architecture and its historical context. Each print is produced on museum-quality paper, ensuring that the legacy of these structures is preserved for future generations.

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