Yanceyville NC Historic Building Photograph 1800

This vintage photograph captures a significant building in Yanceyville, Caswell County, North Carolina, constructed in 1800 by Bedford Brown. The image showcases the architectural features typical of the period, including intricately designed fireplaces, elegant mantels, and detailed mirrors. The interior reflects the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of early 19th-century American architecture.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents the historical buildings and structures of the region. This survey, housed at the Library of Congress, aims to preserve the architectural legacy of the South for future generations. The image serves as a vital record of the historical context and design elements that characterized the era.

Frances Benjamin Johnston, a prominent photographer known for her work in documenting American architecture, took this photograph. The image, acquired from her estate in 1953, remains an important piece of North Carolinas architectural history.

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