Wooden window : general view [2]



Photograph

01 Jan 1980

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This photograph shows a wooden window with padlock, typically found in godowns. Sunlight illuminates the wall and the shutters which have been left slightly ajar. The window is fitted with four hinges to stop the window from flapping when opened. Physical dimensions of original: 35 mm. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.


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Wooden windows--Singapore--Photographs

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Architecture

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

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