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This 19th-century albumen print by Alphonse Bertillon showcases Jourdan Numa, a defiant figure with an intriguing story. At the age of 30, born on August 27,1861, in Courbevoie (Seine), Numa worked as a teinturier or dry cleaner. However, his occupation was just one facet of his complex identity. Anarchist and political dissenter, he embodied the spirit of rebellion that characterized the era. Taken on April 23,1892, this black and white mugshot captures not only Numa's physical appearance but also serves as a testament to the emerging field of anthropometry pioneered by Bertillon himself. The photograph is part of a larger collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Intriguingly composed against a plain background, Numa's portrait exudes both resilience and defiance. His features are sharp and defined; they tell tales untold. This image represents more than just an arrest record; it encapsulates an entire concept – the intersection between crime and science. As we gaze upon this historic artifact from France's past, we are reminded that photography can be much more than mere documentation; it can serve as evidence for social change and political movements. Through this arresting image captured over a century ago by Alphonse Bertillon, we catch a glimpse into the life of Jourdan Numa – teinturier turned anarchist – forever immortalized in monochrome tones for generations

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