Title
Woodprint of a Malay ‘kampong' by artist Lim Yew Kuan
Year/Period
1966
Region
Singapore
Object Type
Material
Dimension
Image size: L:100.0 x W:75.5 cm
Accession No.
1999-02619
Collection of
The basic form and structure of most Malay ‘kampong’ houses are similar. The Malay ‘kampong’ house with its distinctive high, sloping roof with gables at both ends comprises a raised floor and an ‘attap’ roof, which is made from palm fronds. The raised floor facilitates ventilation, secures the house against attacks by wild animals, and helps the inhabitants to cope with flash floods and ground dampness caused by the hot and humid tropical climate.
