Clock tower of Telok Ayer Market : general view [2]
Photograph
01 Jan 1950
Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988
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This is a photograph showing the rooftop of Telok Ayer Market (also known as Lau Pa Sat or "Old Market"). Its eye-catching octagonal design and clock tower makes this food centre a unique landmark at Raffles Quay. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
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- All rights reserved, Family of Kouo Shang-Wei and National Library Board Singapore 2007
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