Anthropometry Collection (page 11)

Anthropometric rule, circa 1870 C017 / 0713
Boxwood anthropometric rule. Anthropometry was a system developed in the late nineteenth century by the French biometrics pioneer, Alphonse Bertillon (1853-1914)

Anthropometric rule, circa 1870 C017 / 0743
Boxwood anthropometric rule. Anthropometry was a system developed in the late nineteenth century by the French biometrics pioneer, Alphonse Bertillon (1853-1914)

Head shape variation, 19th century
Head shape variation. Array of head shape drawings for named French soldiers, lawyers, and politicians, collected as part of an anthropological study. Others studied (not shown) included criminals

1893 Francis Galton criminal photograph
This Anthropometry photograph was taken of the polymath Francis Galton at age 71 when he visited Bertillous Criminal Identification Laboratory in Paris 1893

Alphonse Bertillon, French police officer
Alphonse Bertillon (1853-1914), French police officer and biometrics pioneer. Bertillon developed a general identification system in 1883 for use by the police

Police identity features, 19th century
Police identity features, 19th-century artwork. Various shapes of nose, ears, face and forehead, as used by the police to identify criminals who claim false identities

Anthropometry, 19th century
Anthropometry. Man having the length of his ear measured. This measurement, along with other standard measurements of body parts

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Anthropometry, a fascinating field of study, encompasses various aspects of human physical characteristics and their measurement. One notable resource in this domain is the "Tableau synoptic des traits physionomiques: pour servir a l'étude du" (Synoptic Table of Physiognomic Features: to aid in the study of), which provides valuable insights into understanding human diversity. The album compiled by Cesare Lombroso (1835-1909), an Italian criminologist, offers a captivating collection of photographs. Among them is Henri Auvin, a 37-year-old chaudronnier born in St-Meme (Charente-Inferieure). These images serve as visual records that shed light on the physical attributes and appearances prevalent during that era. Additionally, we find intriguing facts such as the photograph depicting a dismembered corpse handled by Alphonse Bertillon (1853-1914), a renowned French scientist credited with creating anthropometry. This image was published in "Le Petit Parisien" newspaper in 1900, showcasing Bertillon's contribution to forensic science. Lombroso's extensive research also delves into unique subjects like autocrucifixion documented in his work "The Man of Genie. " Inspired by Ruggeri's historical account from Venice in 1828 titled "History of Crucifixion performed on the Person of M. Lovat, " Lombroso explores this unusual practice within criminal studies. Moreover, Lombroso examines different criminals and epileptics' movements through his study on their demarches. By observing these individuals closely, he aimed to identify any distinctive patterns or behaviors associated with criminality or medical conditions. Intriguingly, portraits featuring Papua people from Rawak Island and New Guinea offer glimpses into Oceania's diverse cultures during the 19th century. These engravings provide valuable ethnographic documentation for researchers and enthusiasts alike.