Old Brick House Tract, Richmond, VA - 1791 Historic PhotoThis vintage photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston captures a historic mansion in Richmond, Virginia, located in Henrico County. The building, known as the Old Brick House Tract, dates back to 1791, showcasing the architectural style of its era. Johnstons work is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a significant collection that documents the regions historical structures. The image features meticulously maintained gardens

adding a touch of life to the scene

or simply loves its quiet hills and mill history

It captures the streets

and everyday household goods all under one roof

and intricate fanlights

or traces their family roots to this hardworking mill town

reflecting the cultural heritage of Georgia

This photograph serves as a valuable record of the architectural legacy and cultural history of South Carolinas plantation era

showcases a scene from Charleston

Illinois from 1878: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library

indicative of the architectural style prevalent in early 20th-century America

Designed by Cullen Rodgers and constructed for Nathan Van Boddie