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Gregoire. Aime, Paul. 36 ans, ne a Bruxelles (Belgique)
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Gregoire. Aime, Paul. 36 ans, ne a Bruxelles (Belgique)
Gregoire. Aime, Paul. 36 ans, ne a Bruxelles (Belgique). Accordeur de piano. Anarchiste. 2/3/94. 1894
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Gregoire. Aime, Paul. 36 ans, ne a Bruxelles (Belgique) - Capturing the Essence of an Anarchist Piano Tuner
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. This intriguing photograph, taken in the late 19th century by Alphonse Bertillon, offers a captivating glimpse into the life of Gregoire Aime, Paul - a 36-year-old piano tuner hailing from Brussels, Belgium. With his intense gaze and rugged features captured in this albumen silver print, Gregoire's portrait exudes both mystery and defiance. The image not only reveals his profession but also sheds light on his political beliefs as an anarchist. The Metropolitan Museum of Art showcases this remarkable mugshot as part of its collection on physical anthropology and criminal identification techniques pioneered by Bertillon. Intricately detailed anthropometric measurements are visible alongside Gregoire's arresting presence. This groundbreaking concept developed by Bertillon aimed to scientifically classify individuals based on their physical characteristics for law enforcement purposes. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when politics played a significant role in shaping society. Gregoire's defiant expression hints at his rebellious spirit against societal norms prevalent during that period. Alphonse Bertillon's photographic mastery immortalizes not just a man but also captures the essence of an era marked by social unrest and political upheaval. Through this thought-provoking image, we are reminded that even within seemingly ordinary professions like piano tuning lies untold stories waiting
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