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Ed van der Elsken

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Vier Japanse zangers in Westerse kleding met gitaar en ukulele in Asakusa, Tokyo, Ed van der Elsken, 1959 - 1960

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Vier Japanse zangers in Westerse kleding met gitaar en ukulele in Asakusa, Tokyo, Ed van der Elsken, 1959 - 1960

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http://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/collection/RP-F-2019-298-30-22

The image is a black and white photograph depicting four men on stage, likely performing as part of an amateur or semi-professional singing group. They are dressed in matching plaid suits with dark ties, suggesting they have coordinated their outfits for the performance.

Each man holds a musical instrument: three play ukuleles while one appears to be leading by speaking into a microphone, possibly introducing songs or engaging with the audience. The background is dimly lit and features bare tree branches, which could indicate an outdoor setting during winter or early spring nights. Above them hangs what seems like tinsel or garland decorations, adding a festive atmosphere.

The men's expressions vary from focused to expressive as they engage in their performance. This group appears united by camaraderie and the shared passion for music. The image captures a candid moment of cultural expression within Japan during the post-war era, reflecting on leisure activities among Japanese ci

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