Village along a river : general view



Photograph

01 Jan 1890

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This 1890s photograph shows a village along a river. Traditional houses with thatched roofs are built along the river banks. Several outrigger boats can also be seen in the water. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff. Information contributed by Richard Hale.


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All rights reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board, Singapore 2009.

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