Lot 84
Virginia's Roswell Plantation Blueprints and Photos
Sold June 17, 2026
- Price realized
- $45
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Manufacturer: (Stamped with) Virginia State Library
Dimensions: Various
Condition: Rolled up, Edges Have Mild Discoloration
Additional Information: This collection of blueprints and photographs from the 1725 Roswell Plantation offers a compelling glimpse into one of Virginia’s notable historic estates. The detailed blueprints reveal the architectural planning and structural design of the plantation, reflecting the craftsmanship and layout of its time, while the accompanying photographs capture both its former grandeur and its present-day condition.
Beyond its architectural interest, Roswell Plantation holds important historical significance. Constructed in the early 18th century, it was associated with the Page family, a prominent colonial lineage with deep ties to Virginia’s political and social development. The site reflects the economic and cultural systems of colonial America, including plantation life and its reliance on enslaved labor. Although the main house was lost to fire in the 20th century, the remaining ruins and documentation serve as enduring reminders of the region’s layered past.
Together, these blueprints and photographs function as valuable historical records, preserving not only the physical design of Roswell Plantation but also its broader role in Virginia’s colonial history and evolving cultural landscape.
Lot details
- Lot
- 84
- Category
- Books and Paper Items › Documents › Maps › Photographs Historical
- Closed
- June 17, 2026
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