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This is a 1970s photograph of a lady sitting on a park bench, posing for the camera. A pond is seen in the background. The Japanese Garden (Seiwaen) is minimalist and abstract, with an emphasis on simplicity. Photograph donated by Lee Ai Kew and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. HRS3_505. Date of creation estimated. Title devised by Library staff.
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- This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) Lee Ai Kew.
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