Historic Building in Charlotte, NC, 1788 PhotographyThis vintage photograph showcases a historic building located in Mecklenburg County, Charlotte vicinity, North Carolina. Dating back to 1788, the structure is notable for its architectural significance, captured as part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South. The image features intricate stonework, a welcoming porch, and flourishing vines that enhance its charming facade. The photograph is credited to Frances Benjamin Johnston, whose

Captured from a candid vantage point across the counter

located in West Feliciana Parish

It remains a valuable piece of visual history for collectors and enthusiasts alike

This image serves as an important historical reference

a prominent photographer known for her work in architectural documentation

The photograph reflects the craftsmanship and style of the period

and the memories that keep families connected to Bethlehem

and the many storefronts and businesses keyed along the bottom that shaped daily life in Ironwood in the 1880s

The image showcases the intricate design elements typical of Southern architecture

The image depicts stone furnaces

although the associated slave quarters are noted to be in poor shape

the riverfront that defined the town