Winston-Salem NC Vintage Architecture Photo 1849

This vintage photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases a significant building in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina. Constructed in 1849, the structure is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents the regions architectural heritage. The image highlights architectural features such as columns, retaining walls, and railings, providing a glimpse into the design elements characteristic of the period.

Johnstons work contributes to the understanding of early Southern architecture, as seen in her published works, including The Early Architecture of North Carolina from 1941. This photograph not only serves as a historical record but also reflects the artistic and structural innovations of the time.

Acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953, this image remains a valuable resource for historians and architecture enthusiasts. It illustrates the rich architectural legacy of Winston-Salem and North Carolina as a whole.

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