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Overcrowded Shophouses on North Boat Quay 1953 Canvas

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A touch of home truly in your abode.

Our premium canvas prints are vibrant and machine-stretched over a 1-inch timber frame. It is also made with a durable medium that is resistant to both moisture and scratches. Our canvas is imported directly from Germany, ensuring a quality result

 

About This Image:

After World War II, Singapore’s population grew quickly, especially in the city. This caused serious overcrowding. Many families had to squeeze into old shophouses that were divided into tiny rooms. One example was a three-storey shophouse on River Valley Road. In September 1953, it housed 49 men, 24 women, and 51 children in just 26 cubicles, showing how serious the housing problem was then.

Tags
Architecture , Pre-Independence , Shared Spaces

The thumbnails are for illustration purposes only.  My SG Memories images are curated from preserved heritage archives, and the quality of the physical print can vary based on the original file.