In 1940s Lisbon, the 'varina' was an icon. These fish sellers carried heavy baskets on their heads, filling the city streets with their powerful, salty cries.
Stamp: Portugal, Fish Seller from Lisboa – 1$75 Escudos, Green (Issue: 04.04.1941 - Series: Portuguese Customs, 1st emission)
Postmark: Lisboa, Circular Date Stamp “Rocha Conde de Óbidos” – Dated 04.04.1943.
Postcard: Monochrome printed image depicting a traditional Lisbon fish seller (“Vendeuse de poisson – LISBONNE”) wearing regional attire. (editions National Propaganda Secretariat)
Concordance:
- Thematic: The stamp represents Lisbon heritage (“Pedra de Lisboa”), while the postcard portrays a traditional Lisbon street vendor, creating a strong cultural and thematic link.
- Geographic: Both the stamp and the cancellation originate from Lisbon, matching the subject of the postcard.
- Temporal: The postmark date (1943) falls within the period of circulation of the stamp, ensuring temporal concordance.

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