Anastas Jovanović (1817–1899): Pioneer of Serbian Photography and Lithography Anastas Jovanović stands as a monumental figure in Serbian art history, recognized unequivocally as the nation’s inaugural photographer and a pivotal innovator within the realm of lithography. Born in Belgrade, Serbia, in 1817, his life was inextricably intertwined with the burgeoning artistic landscape of his time—a period marked by fervent nationalist aspirations and an urgent desire to document Serbian identity visually. From humble beginnings amidst a family engaged in trade – specifically exporting shajats (si…