The Architecture of Country Houses; including Designs for Cottages, Farm Houses, and Villas 1850

This 1850 architectural drawing by Andrew Jackson Downing depicts the floor plan and facade of a country house. Downing was a prolific landscape architect and author who championed the picturesque style in home design, emphasizing a natural aesthetic and incorporating elements of the Gothic Revival. This drawing, part of his influential book *The Architecture of Country Houses*, offers a detailed look at the layout and visual appeal of a typical American farmhouse, reflecting the increasing popularity of cottage-style homes in the mid-19th century.