Vintage Architecture in Sandgates, MD, Early 1900s

This vintage photograph, created by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a detailed view of residential architecture in Sandgates, St. Marys County, Maryland. Notable features include intricate brickwork, prominent chimneys, and characteristic dormers that enhance the visual complexity of the houses depicted. The porches, a common element in regional architecture, invite viewers to imagine the domestic life once lived within these walls.

Taken as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, the image is a valuable documentation of early 20th-century architectural styles in the United States. The survey aimed to catalog the diverse architectural forms across the South, offering insights into the historical and cultural context of the region.

This photograph, part of the Library of Congress collection, contributes to our understanding of Marylands architectural heritage and the craftsmanship of the era. It serves as an educational resource for those interested in the evolution of American residential design.