Vintage Photo of 1810s Building in Green Mountain, VA

Frances Benjamin Johnston captured this vintage photograph in Green Mountain, Albemarle County, Virginia. The image showcases a building constructed between 1810 and 1812 by Tucker Coles, incorporating elements from an older residence in Scottsville. This architectural piece is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant structures in the region.

The interior features distinctive fireplaces and period furniture, providing a glimpse into early 19th-century Virginia life. The photograph serves as a valuable resource for understanding historical architectural styles and domestic settings of the time.

Acquired from the estate of Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1953, this image is part of the Library of Congresss collection and contributes to the rich narrative of American architectural history. For more information about the Carnegie Survey, additional resources are available online.