Museo Friulano della Fotografia
Museum | Udine | Friuli-Venezia Giulia | Italy
The "Museo Friulano della Fotografia" in Udine is a significant cultural center dedicated to the history and development of photography in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. It is located on the third floor of the Castello di Udine and was reopened in 2019 after extensive renovations.
Collections and Exhibitions:
Photographic holdings: The museum houses an extensive collection of around 200,000 photographs, including negatives and positives in various formats. This collection spans over a century and includes works by photographers such as Luigi Pignat, Silvio Maria Bujatti, and Giuseppe Malignani.
Thematic rooms: The exhibition is divided into seven thematic rooms that illuminate different aspects of photography:
Introduction: Presentation of the collections and the role of local photographers in a national context.
Portrait photography: From painting to photography – the evolution of portraiture in the photographic medium.
Photographic studio: Reconstruction of an early 20th-century photo studio with original equipment.
City of Udine: Historical photographs documenting the development and changes of the city.
Traditions and customs: Representation of the cultural practices and folk festivals of the region.
Photographic equipment: Exhibition of historical cameras and accessories.
First World War: Photographic documentation about Udine as the "Capital of the War."
Educational and event offerings:
The museum regularly organizes workshops, lectures, and temporary exhibitions focusing on various aspects of photography and its history. These events are aimed at a wide audience, from professionals to amateurs, and promote understanding and appreciation of photography as an art form and means of documentation.
The "Museo Friulano della Fotografia" is thus a valuable place for those interested in the history of photography and the cultural development of the region. It offers a deep insight into the visual documentation and artistic expression of photography.
