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Albanian PM's Art Sells Out in Berlin
10 Dec
Summary
- Edi Rama's drawings and sculptures achieved strong demand at a Berlin gallery.
- The gallery sold approximately half of the 25 exhibited drawings.
- Rama's art style is described as a new form of neo-Expressionism.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is experiencing unexpected acclaim in the art world. A recent exhibition at Berlin's Société gallery showcased his drawings and sculptures, attracting considerable attention and strong sales. The gallery reported selling roughly half of the 25 drawings presented and is actively negotiating sales for three of Rama's sculptures.
Rama, who trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Tirana, has a background in art that predates his political career. Earlier in his public life, as the mayor of Tirana, he gained recognition for his initiative to revitalize the city by painting austere Soviet-era apartment blocks in vibrant colors.
Art critics have noted the distinct style of Rama's work, characterized by a blend of expressionism, abstractionism, and formalism. One Albanian critic described his art as a "new form of neo-Expressionism," drawing comparisons to influential artists like Wassily Kandinsky, highlighting the depth and sophistication of his creative output.
