Palm leaves : close-up

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01 Jan 1980

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This photograph shows a close-up of the palm leaves, commonly found in tropical Singapore. The distinct lines branching out from the centre form symmetrical patterns on the leaves. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.

Subjects

Palms--Photographs

Leaves--Photographs

Categories

Plants

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

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