Ermir Hoxha's 'History of Albanian Photography (1865–2000)' Fills Scholarly Void
Published by Albdesign in Tirana, Ermir Hoxha's 2022 work, 'History of Albanian Photography (1865–2000),' represents the first extensive examination of Albanian photography. The book spans 135 years, divided into three segments: 1865-1900, 1900-1945, and 1945-2000, tracing the journey from early studios such as Marubi, established by Pjetër Marubi in 1865, through the socialist era and into the post-socialist transition. Notable photographers featured include Kolë Idromeno and Kristaq Sotiri. It addresses the evolving role of photography, the founding of the Marubi Photothèque in 1970, and the establishment of the 'Gjon Mili' Society in 1991. The author critiques the limited visual analysis and uneven interactions with patriarchal systems, situating the discussion within the confines of Albanian art scholarship and referencing relevant institutions and exhibitions.
Key facts
- Ermir Hoxha's 'History of Albanian Photography (1865–2000)' was published in 2022 by Albdesign in Tirana.
- The book surveys 135 years of Albanian photography, divided into three chronological sections.
- It highlights the Marubi studio, founded by Pjetër Marubi in Shkodra in 1865, and its successors Kel Marubi and Gegë Marubi.
- Photography's status evolved from a craft to an art form, with institutional recognition in the 1970s.
- Key photographers include Petrit Kumi, Niko Xhufka, and Kristaq Sotiri.
- The Marubi National Museum of Photography opened in Shkodra in 2016.
- The book is written in Albanian with an English summary and includes short biographies of photographers.
- It addresses a scholarly gap, as few comprehensive studies on Albanian photography exist.
Entities
Artists
- Ermir Hoxha
- Pjetër Marubi
- Kolë Idromeno
- Kel Marubi
- Gegë Marubi
- Kristaq Sotiri
- Petrit Kumi
- Niko Xhufka
- Pandi Cici
- Pleurat Sulo
- Leon Çika
- Bevis Fusha
- Rudina Memaga
- Silvana Nini
- Odhise Paskali
- Gjergj Fishta
- Andon Kuqali
- Zef Paci
- Luçjan Bedeni
- Robert Pichler
- Michel Setboun
- Ferdinando Scianna
- Besim Fusha
- Rubens Shima
- Enver Hoxha
Institutions
- University of Arts in Tirana
- Albdesign
- Marubi National Museum of Photography
- Marubi Photothèque
- National History Museum
- Center for Openness and Dialogue
- Union of Writers and Artists of Albania
- "Gjon Mili" Society of Albanian Photographers
- Fotografia Art
- National Gallery of Arts
- Art & History Foundation
- Albanian Ministry of Culture
- Qendra e Studimeve Albanologjike
- "Jordan Misja" Artistic Lyceum
- Higher Institute of Arts
- ARTMargins Online
Locations
- Tirana
- Albania
- Shkodra
- Korça
- Southeastern Europe
- Italy
- Austria
- United States
Sources
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