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Shoe shine Lisbon, Portugal
A young shoe shine man reads a newspaper while waiting for his next customer in a Lisbon street Portugal. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1989
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In this evocative black-and-white image, a young shoe shine man takes a moment of respite from his work in the cobblestone streets of Lisbon, Portugal. Seated on a worn wooden stool, he leans back with a contented expression, engrossed in the pages of a newspaper. The sun casts long shadows on the cobbles behind him, adding to the sense of tranquility and relaxation. The man's mirror-polished shoes reflect the image of the cobbled street and the passing foot traffic, creating a striking contrast between the stillness of the scene and the hustle and bustle of the busy street. The concentration on his face suggests that he takes pride in his work, even as he takes a brief break to rest his weary feet. The mature cobblestones underfoot, worn smooth by the passage of time and the countless footsteps of those who have passed through this bustling Portuguese city, add to the sense of history and tradition that permeates the scene. The man's simple attire and the unassuming nature of his shoe shine stand are reminiscent of a bygone era, a time when life moved at a slower pace and the simple pleasures of a freshly shined pair of shoes were cherished. As the sun begins to set and the shadows grow longer, the shoe shine man continues to wait for his next customer, ready to bring a touch of polish and shine to their footwear. This poignant moment captures the essence of daily life in Lisbon, a city rich in history, tradition, and the simple pleasures of everyday life.
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