Biscuits, coffee, newspapers and fridge magnets : close-up



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28 Jun 2007

Photographed By Tay, Lionel

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Shown in this photograph is a close-up of an old fashioned plate, cup and saucer, placed onto some Chinese newspapers. The plate contains some Chinese traditional beanpaste biscuits, and there are also three Singpost fridge magnets. Title devised by Library staff.


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