Photo exhibition : general view [5]



Photograph

01 Jan 1986

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

Information About

This photograph shows a banner with Chinese characters announcing a lucky draw in conjunction with the photograph exhibition in which Kouo Shang-Wei exhibited his photographs. The exhibition was held in Chinatown. The year, 1986, is partially obscured by a big box on the left side. There are some beautifully wrapped boxes in the centre. Title devised by Library staff.


Additional Details

Credit Line
All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007

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