CHIJMES, staircase : close-up



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29 Jun 2007

Photographed By Tay, Lionel

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This photograph is a close-up on the spiral wrought iron staircase in CHIJMES, formerly a convent. Such features are commonly found in the architecture of 19th century Singapore. Title devised by Library staff.


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Staircases--Singapore--Photographs

Convents--Singapore--Photographs

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Architecture

Churches

Religious buildings

Commercial buildings

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