Histoire d’Albert

Though it began with a single issue in 1901, Histoire d’Albert is an ongoing series from the Comptoir Suisse de Photographie that blends photography and sequential art. This Swiss publication is notable for its pioneering use of photographic panels rather than traditional drawings, making it a unique hybrid of comic and photobook. The series’ long, sporadic lifespan—stretching over a century—reflects an experimental approach to visual storytelling that predates many modern photo-comics. Its importance lies in quietly challenging the medium’s boundaries, though its exact creative team remains elusive.