Government House, 1899 : general view

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01 Jan 1899

Photographed By Lambert, G. R.

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A G.R. Lambert & Co. [1899] photograph of Government House (now known as the Istana) located at Orchard Road. In the foreground is the expansive grounds with many trees. Title from inscription. Date of creation estimated.

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Istana (Singapore)--Photographs

Presidents--Dwellings--Singapore

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Residential buildings

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

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