Ocean Building, 1970s : general view

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01 Jan 1970

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This photograph shows the 28-storey Ocean Building in its Collyer Quay setting. Several vehicles and cars can be seen driving past the building, along the road. Physical dimensions of original: 13 x 10 cm. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.

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Commercial building--Singapore--Photographs

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Commercial buildings

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All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007

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