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Nyonya Penang

ca. 1920s

National Heritage Board, Singapore

National Heritage Board, Singapore
Singapore, Singapore

Modernity is expressed at different levels by the short bob and clutch, and also by the latest sewing-machine-embroidered kebayas pinned lower at the collar, which would also suggest a Western-style camisole was worn. The jewelled kerosangs have become so light that they almost cannot be seen.

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  • Title: Nyonya Penang
  • Date Created: ca. 1920s
  • Type: Kebaya
National Heritage Board, Singapore

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