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Scenes in Chinatown, Singapore. A truck load of dummies, some completely nude
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Scenes in Chinatown, Singapore. A truck load of dummies, some completely nude
Scenes in Chinatown, Singapore. A truck load of dummies, some completely nude, jiggle and jerk as the driver makes his way through the traffic in the heat of the morning sun on its way to the fine Asia Insurance building. 6th February 1962
George Greenwell
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Singapore
DM Q1502
Media ID 21838010
© Mirrorpix
1962 China Town Dummy Lorry Mannequins Singapore Dummies
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This print titled "Scenes in Chinatown, Singapore" takes us back to the vibrant streets of 1960s Asia. In this particular scene captured by George Greenwell on February 6th, 1962, we witness a peculiar sight that is sure to pique anyone's curiosity. A lorry loaded with an assortment of dummies dominates the frame. Some of these mannequins are completely nude, their plastic bodies jiggling and jerking as the driver maneuvers through the bustling traffic under the scorching morning sun. The contrast between these lifeless figures and the lively street scene creates an intriguing juxtaposition. Chinatown's energy is palpable in every corner of this photograph. The colorful facades of shops and buildings serve as a backdrop for this unusual spectacle unfolding before our eyes. As we follow the lorry's journey towards its destination at the fine Asia Insurance building, one can't help but wonder about its purpose or if it holds any symbolic meaning within this dynamic cityscape. George Greenwell's snapshot freezes a moment in time where tradition meets modernity, where reality blurs with fantasy. It invites us to reflect on how even mundane objects like dummies can become part of a larger narrative when placed within a specific context. This image serves as both a visual feast for our eyes and a gateway into exploring Singapore's rich cultural history during that era.
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