OCBC Centre, 1970s : side view [2]
Photograph
01 Jan 1970
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
Information About
This photograph shows the OCBC Centre dominating the skyline among buildings in the nearby central business district (CBD). On the left is the UOB Building (renamed as UOB Plaza Tower 2). On the right is Ocean Building, standing between the Grand Building and CYS Building. Physical dimensions of original: 13 x 11 cm. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
Additional Details
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- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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