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Daressy. Pierre. 39 ans, ne a Lherme (Haute-Garonne). Cordonnier. Anarchiste
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Daressy. Pierre. 39 ans, ne a Lherme (Haute-Garonne). Cordonnier. Anarchiste
Daressy. Pierre. 39 ans, ne a Lherme (Haute-Garonne). Cordonnier. Anarchiste. 28/2/94. 1894
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Alphonse Alphonse Bertillon Anarchism Anarchist Anthropology Anthropometry Arrest Arrested Bertillon Bertillon Alphonse Bertillonage Cobbler Criminal Identification Mug Shot Mugshot Physical Anthropology Shoemaker Albumen Silver Print
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This 19th-century albumen print by Alphonse Bertillon captures the essence of Daressy Pierre, a 39-year-old cobbler from Lherme, Haute-Garonne. The black and white portrait showcases his rugged appearance with a full beard that adds to his air of defiance. However, there is more to this image than meets the eye. Bertillon's expertise in anthropometry and identification shines through as he meticulously documents every detail of Pierre's face for criminal profiling purposes. This mugshot-like photograph serves as evidence of an arrest made on February 28,1894, highlighting Pierre's affiliation with anarchism - a political ideology that challenges authority. Beyond its historical significance, this print offers us a glimpse into French society during the late 19th century. It exemplifies how photography was employed not only as an art form but also as a scientific tool for physical anthropology and crime investigation. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this remarkable piece reflects the intersection between art and science while shedding light on Bertillon's pioneering work in forensic identification techniques. As we admire Daressy Pierre's enigmatic gaze frozen in time, we are reminded of the power that images hold in preserving our heritage and unraveling stories from our past.
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