Mihai Eminescu: "An astral photography" Cover Image

Mihai Eminescu: „o fotografie astrală”
Mihai Eminescu: "An astral photography"

Author(s): Andra Buciu Cozlean
Subject(s): Photography, Poetry, Romanian Literature, 19th Century
Published by: Editura Universităţii din Bucureşti
Keywords: Mihai Eminescu; Jan Tomáš; Czech photographer; Carolina University; Prague;

Summary/Abstract: In 1869, Mihai Eminescu accepts for the first time that his picture be taken in Czech photographer Jan Tomáš’ studio, from Prague. This portrait becomes the official image of our national poet, unanimously recognized throughout the years. This material recasts some of the less known aspects of Mihai Eminescu’s life, for example the circumstances of his and his parents’ visit to the capital of Bohemia, the poet’s endeavours during his first attempt to become a student.

  • Issue Year: XLVIII/2012
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 49-54
  • Page Count: 6
  • Language: Romanian