Pildiraamat

Pildiraamat is a traditional format for a personal diary or photo album in Estonia and other countries. It is a combination of a traditional diary and a photo album, where the writer includes small photographs or other memorabilia in the journal pages.

The earliest pildiraamat date back to the early 20th century in Estonia. During this time, photography was becoming increasingly popular, and the handwritten diary was a common way for people to record their thoughts and experiences. As photography became more accessible, people began to include small photographs and other mementos in their diaries, creating a new format.

The pildiraamat was often handcrafted by the writers themselves, with the pages being glued or stitched together to make room for the photographs and other items. The photographs were typically small, often less than 6x4 centimeters in size, and were usually stuck or glued onto the pages using a photo corner or a small adhesive.

The pildiraamat was not only a way for people to record their experiences but also a way to preserve memories and mementos. The inclusion of photographs and other items made the diary more personal and interesting, as it included tangible objects to look at and remember.

Today, the pildiraamat is mostly a collector's item and an interesting reflection of the way people documented their lives in the past. Many pildiraamat are kept in museums and private collections, and they are valued for their historical and cultural significance. The pildiraamat remains a fascinating piece of cultural heritage, offering insights into the everyday lives of people from the past.