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Portugal - Girl Singer from Alfama, Lisbon playing a Guitar
Portugal - Pretty girl street singer and Portuguese Guitar player from the Alfama District of Lisbon. The Portuguese guitar or Portuguese guitarra (Portuguese: guitarra portuguesa) is a plucked string instrument with twelve steel strings, strung in six courses comprising two strings each. Date: 1930s
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Alfama Attractive Guitar Iberian Lamp Lighting Lisbon Musician Outfit Player Plays Portugal Portuguesa Portuguese Singer Singing Strumming Strums Chanteuse Strum
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This evocative photograph captures the enchanting moment of a young Portuguese girl singer from the historic Alfama district of Lisbon, strumming her traditional Portuguese guitar in the soft glow of a street lamp. Dressed in the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of a typical Iberian costume, the attractive chanteuse captivates the attention of passersby with her soulful singing, transporting them to another era. The Portuguese guitar, or Portuguese guitarra, is a plucked string instrument with twelve steel strings, strung in six courses comprising two strings each. Its unique sound and distinctive appearance have made it an integral part of Portuguese music and culture since the 19th century. This photograph, taken in the 1930s, offers a glimpse into the rich history and tradition of Portuguese music and the captivating allure of the Alfama district, a place where the past and present come together in a harmonious blend. The warm lighting of the street lamp illuminates the scene, casting a romantic and timeless atmosphere over the moment, making it a beautiful and evocative reminder of the enduring power of music and the human spirit.
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