Cupola House, Edenton NC, 18th Century Architecture ImageThis vintage photograph features the Cupola House, located in Edenton, North Carolina, an early 18th century structure built by Francis Corbin, agent of the Lords Proprietors. The two story frame building is distinguished by its gable roof and prominent cupola. The Cupola House is recognized for its architectural significance and is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents the early architectural heritage of the

this image provides a glimpse into the architectural styles and domestic life of the time

and railroad line

featuring tulip carvings on each step-end

winding rail lines

shedding light on the historical context of Athens

The image reflects the craftsmanship and materials used in the region during the colonial period

including dormers and chimneys

including intricate doors

a project aimed at documenting and preserving the historic architecture of the southern United States

Charlestown and Roxbury

and the bordering vignettes of local buildings

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