Vintage Home in Halifax County, NC - Early 20th Century

This vintage photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, features a home in the Tillery vicinity of Halifax County, North Carolina. It showcases architectural elements characteristic of the region, including elegant columns and fanlights, which reflect the style of early Southern farmhouses. The presence of porticoes adds to the charm of the structure, while surrounding shrubs enhance the setting.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a significant documentation project that highlights the architectural heritage of the southern United States. This photograph was referenced in Thomas Tileston Watermans publication, The Early Architecture of North Carolina, showcasing its historical importance and connection to the academic study of regional architecture.

Taken in the early 20th century, this image not only serves as a visual record of North Carolinas architectural history but also offers insight into the lifestyle and aesthetics of the time.

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