Wilmington NC Estate Photograph 1953

This vintage photograph, taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures an estate in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Johnston, known for her significant contributions to the documentation of American architecture, provides a detailed view of the estates architecture and its surrounding landscape.

The image features prominent architectural elements such as a well-designed portico, flanked by meticulously arranged shrubs, which reflects the style prevalent in Southern estates during the early 20th century. This photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a project aimed at documenting the historical architecture of the region.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this photograph serves as a vital historical record of Wilmingtons architectural heritage. It invites viewers to explore the rich narrative of Southern estates and their enduring legacy.

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