OCBC Centre and Singapore River : panoramic view
Photograph
01 Jan 1950
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
Information About
This is black and white photograph showing a panoramic view of OCBC Centre towering above other buildings and the Singapore River. In the foreground are rows of old shop houses. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
Additional Details
- Credit Line
- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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