Asia Insurance Building, 1950s : general view [2]
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01 Jan 1950
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
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This photograph shows the exterior of the Asia Insurance Building, located at the junction of Raffles Quay and Finlayson Green. The two sides of the building diverge from a central narrow section and are uniform in appearance. The stepped roof is another distinctive feature of the building. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
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- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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