Poindexter Home, New Kent County, VA, 1680

This vintage photograph captures a historic structure located in New Kent County, Virginia, known as the Poindexter family home. Built in 1680, this residence is an exemplary representation of early American architecture, showcasing distinctive brickwork in Flemish bond with glazed headers. The house is a one-and-a-half-story design, featuring prominent chimneys that reflect the construction techniques of the period.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project dedicated to documenting significant architectural sites in the region. This particular photograph was created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, a renowned photographer recognized for her documentation of American heritage. The reference print corresponding to this image is found in LOT 11841-64, further emphasizing its historical significance.

Housed within the Library of Congress, this photograph not only represents a specific era in Virginias architectural history but also connects viewers to the legacy of the Poindexter family.

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