Cactus, 1970s : close-up



Photograph

01 Jan 1970

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This is a photograph of a cactus blooming with large and showy yellow flowers, found in a village area. Photograph donated by Tan Piak Choo and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated. HRS3_645


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This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) Tan Piak Choo.

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