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Cottee. Edouard, Eugene. 37 ans, ne a Paris XVle. Artiste-peintre
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Cottee. Edouard, Eugene. 37 ans, ne a Paris XVle. Artiste-peintre
Cottee. Edouard, Eugene. 37 ans, ne a Paris XVle. Artiste-peintre. Vol par complicite. 6/2/92. 1892
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Alphonse Alphonse Bertillon Anthropology Anthropometry Bertillon Bertillon Alphonse Bertillonage Criminal Identification Mug Shot Mugshot Physical Anthropology Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print
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This 19th-century albumen print captures the intriguing mugshot of Cottee Edouard, Eugene. Born in Paris XVle and aged 37 at the time, he was a talented artist-painter. The photograph is part of Alphonse Bertillon's anthropometric collection, which aimed to document and classify individuals for identification purposes. Bertillonage, as it was known, combined art with science to create a comprehensive system for criminal identification. This particular image showcases the meticulous attention to detail that Bertillon employed in his work. Shot in black and white, it highlights Cottee's facial features and physical attributes with striking clarity. The Metropolitan Museum of Art now houses this piece of heritage art. Beyond its artistic value, it serves as a testament to the early advancements made in forensic anthropology and law enforcement during the late 19th century. Cottee's mugshot not only reveals his occupation but also provides insight into French society at that time. As we gaze upon his portrait today, we are transported back to an era where crime detection relied on scientific methods such as anthropometry. This print by Alphonse Bertillon invites us to contemplate both the artistic beauty captured within its frame and the historical significance it holds within our understanding of criminal investigation techniques from over a century ago.
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