Chinese old lady : headshot



Photograph

01 Jan 1980

Photographed By Kouo, Shang-Wei, 1924-1988

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This photograph shows an elderly lady with a common dress style, typically worn by older Chinese women. Her hair is traditionally tied up in a bun, at the back of the head. The bun of hair is covered with a fine net and secured with a long pin. She is also wearing a pair of simple earrings. Physical dimensions of original: 35 mm. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.


Subjects

Hairstyles--Singapore--Photographs

Categories

Women

Customs

Heritage and Culture

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

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