Joaquim Brangulí i Claramunt
1913–1991 (age 78)
Biography
Joaquim Brangulí i Claramunt was a pioneering Catalan photojournalist whose innovative work documented the social and cultural landscape of early 20th-century Spain. His career spanned several decades, during which he established himself as a significant figure in visual journalism, capturing important moments and personalities of his era with both technical skill and artistic sensibility.
Brangulí's legacy extends beyond his individual photographs to his contributions in advancing the profession of photojournalism in Catalonia. His work remains an important historical record of the period, offering insights into the life and times of early modern Spain. He was laid to rest in Poblenou Cemetery, a final resting place befitting his status as a cultural contributor to Barcelona and Catalonia.