Vintage Photo of Loudoun County, VA Architecture, 20th Centu

This vintage photograph, attributed to Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a scene in Loudoun County, Virginia. The image, part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, showcases architectural elements characteristic of the region, including prominent doorways and porches framed by mature trees. This survey was initiated to document the unique architectural heritage of the American South and includes numerous significant buildings and structures.

The photograph is connected to Mrs. D.C. Sands, indicating a personal or familial significance to the location. The careful composition highlights both the natural surroundings and the craftsmanship of the architecture, reflecting the aesthetic values of the time. Johnstons work is notable for its historical documentation and artistic merit, contributing to our understanding of early 20th-century American architecture.

Created during the mid-20th century, this image serves as a window into the architectural landscape of Virginia, enriching our appreciation of the regions history. KNOWOLs historic images connect the rich stories and imagery of our past. A statement in any room, each is printed on museum-quality paper using a restored version of the original.