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Lacy House, Falmouth, Virginia, December, 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
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Lacy House, Falmouth, Virginia, December, 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951151 Lacy House, Falmouth, Virginia, December, 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.3x22.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; (add.info.: Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the War, Volume I); eAddison Gallery of American Art; museum purchase, Collection Care and Enhancement Fund; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22293702
© Addison Gallery of American Art museum purchase, Collection Care and Enhancement Fund / Bridgeman Images
1860s American Civil War Antebellum Military History Monochrome Plantation Union B W Photo Black And White Photograph Manor House Manor Houses Mansions
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This photograph, titled "Lacy House, Falmouth, Virginia, December 1862" transports us back to a significant moment in American history. Taken by Timothy O'Sullivan during the American Civil War, this albumen print captures the haunting beauty of Lacy House amidst the turmoil of war. The image showcases a grand antebellum mansion standing proudly against a stark winter landscape. The house's architectural details are strikingly preserved despite its surroundings being marred by military presence. Figures dressed in Union uniforms can be seen scattered around the property, reminding us of the soldiers who occupied these grounds during that fateful December. Lacy House was not just an ordinary dwelling; it held historical significance as part of Chatham Manor - a prominent plantation in Falmouth. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how war disrupts even the most idyllic settings. O'Sullivan's skillful use of monochrome adds depth and intensity to this scene frozen in time. The contrast between light and shadow creates an atmosphere that evokes both awe and melancholy. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from 1862, we are transported back to an era filled with strife and sacrifice. It stands as a testament to the resilience of architecture amidst chaos and reminds us that even within darkness, there is always beauty worth preserving.
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