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Ripert. Thomas. 33 ans, ne a Marseille. Cocher. Anarchiste. 5 / 3 / 94. 1894
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Ripert. Thomas. 33 ans, ne a Marseille. Cocher. Anarchiste. 5 / 3 / 94. 1894
Ripert. Thomas. 33 ans, ne a Marseille. Cocher. Anarchiste. 5/3/94. 1894
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Ripert. Thomas. 33 ans, ne a Marseille. Cocher. Anarchiste. 5 / 3 / 94.1894
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. This print by Alphonse Bertillon takes us back to the late nineteenth century in France, offering a glimpse into the world of crime and politics during that era. The subject of the photograph is Ripert Thomas, a man born in Marseille who worked as a coachman and identified himself as an anarchist at the age of 33 when this portrait was taken in 1894. Bertillon's expertise in anthropometry is evident in this mugshot-style image, which was part of his groundbreaking work on identification techniques for law enforcement purposes. With meticulous precision, Bertillon captured not only Ripert's physical features but also his political affiliation—anarchism—highlighting how science and politics intersected during this time. As we contemplate this remarkable piece from The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, we are transported to an era where criminality and social unrest were intertwined with advancements in photography and scientific methods. Through this portrait, we witness both the individuality of Ripert Thomas and the broader historical context surrounding him—a testament to Alphonse Bertillon's contribution to both artistry and criminology. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder that even within seemingly ordinary faces lie stories waiting to be discovered—a silent testimony to our shared human experience across time.
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