Tree with autumn-coloured leaves : general view [2]



Photograph

01 Feb 1981

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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Shown in this photograph is a tree with autumn-coloured leaves and a lady sweeping the fallen leaves that are on the ground. There is a monsoon drain on the right side of the photograph. Title devised by Library staff.


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

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