Singapore Johnston's & Clifford Pier ~ Circa 1890

Johnston’s Pier was the predecessor to what most people would recognise as Clifford Pier today. It was officially opened on 13 March 1856 to help cope with the increase in sea-traffic, and was the first pier in Singapore that extended from the shore out to the sea.

Named after Alexander Laurie Johnston, one of Singapore’s earliest European settlers, Johnston’s Pier was also affectionately known as Lampu Merah (Malay) or Ang Teng (Hokkien), which means “Red Lamp”. This was in reference to the red lantern hung at the end of the pier that served as a warning for incoming sea-faring vessels.

The pier is no longer in use but has been preserved and is located at the end of Fullerton Road, near the Fullerton Hotel, and offers a scenic view of the Singapore River and the city skyline.

Collyer Quay, on the other hand, is a major thoroughfare that runs along the waterfront, parallel to the Singapore River. It is named after Robert Collyer, the chairman of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce in the early 20th century.

Collyer Quay is lined with many historic buildings, including the Fullerton Hotel, the Customs House, and the former Parliament House. These buildings were once important commercial and administrative centers, reflecting Singapore's role as a major trading and political hub in Southeast Asia.

Today, Collyer Quay is a bustling area that is home to many modern office buildings, luxury hotels, and high-end restaurants. However, the area has retained much of its historic charm, with many of the old buildings having been preserved and restored.

• Size 37 by 28 cm.

• Quality Recycled Art Paper

• Mounted with Thick Art Cardboard

• Description on the Back

• Transparent Protection Wrapper

• Ready for Framing

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