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Chauman. Nicolas. 38 ans, ne a Paris XVe. Puisatier. Anarchiste. 6 / 3 / 94. 1894
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Chauman. Nicolas. 38 ans, ne a Paris XVe. Puisatier. Anarchiste. 6 / 3 / 94. 1894
Chauman. Nicolas. 38 ans, ne a Paris XVe. Puisatier. Anarchiste. 6/3/94. 1894
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This 19th-century albumen print captures the intriguing figure of Chauman. Nicolas, a 38-year-old well digger and anarchist hailing from Paris XVe. Taken by renowned French photographer Alphonse Bertillon in 1894, this black and white mugshot offers a glimpse into the world of criminal identification and anthropometry during that era. Chauman's portrait stands as a testament to the intersection between science, politics, and law enforcement at the time. Through his meticulous system known as "bertillonage". Bertillon sought to standardize criminal identification by measuring various physical features such as height, head shape, and facial characteristics. In this arresting image, Chauman's defiant gaze reflects his anarchist beliefs while also revealing traces of weariness from his occupation as a puisatier or well digger. The Metropolitan Museum of Art has preserved this piece of heritage art which not only serves as an important historical document but also showcases the power of photography in capturing individuality within societal contexts. As we delve into Chauman's story through this photograph, we are reminded that behind every face lies a complex narrative shaped by personal experiences and political ideologies. This image invites us to contemplate how our professions, beliefs, and circumstances can intertwine with larger concepts like crime and identity in unexpected ways.
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