terça-feira, 13 de janeiro de 2026

Fish Seller from Lisboa

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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