This 1966 photograph shows the swinging doors (pintu pagar) belonging to house no. 168 on Neil Road. These swinging doors are a typical feature of Peranakan houses, allowing in breezes while maintaining privacy. Title devised by Library staff.

Credit Line

From the Lee Kip Lin Collection. All Rights Reserved. Lee Kip Lin and National Library Board Singapore 2009.

Subjects

• Doors--Singapore--Photographs
• Architecture--Details--Photographs