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Thibivilliers. Eugene. 23 ans, ne a Pinseux-le-Haut-Verger (Oise)
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Thibivilliers. Eugene. 23 ans, ne a Pinseux-le-Haut-Verger (Oise)
Thibivilliers. Eugene. 23 ans, ne a Pinseux-le-Haut-Verger (Oise). Polisseur de metaux. Cris seditieux. 5/3/94, 1894
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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 Polisher
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This 19th-century albumen print captures the intriguing figure of Thibivilliers Eugene, a 23-year-old metal polisher hailing from Pinseux-le-Haut-Verger in Oise, France. The photograph, taken by renowned anthropologist Alphonse Bertillon, showcases Eugene's striking features and rebellious demeanor. Eugene's mugshot-like portrait reveals his involvement in seditious activities, hinting at a life entangled with crime and defiance against societal norms. The black and white composition adds an air of mystery to this image from the past. Bertillonage, a system developed by Alphonse Bertillon for criminal identification purposes, is evident in this photograph. Through meticulous measurements and physical anthropology techniques, Bertillon aimed to create an accurate record of individuals' unique characteristics for law enforcement purposes. As we gaze upon this historic artifact now housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), we are transported back to a time when photography was not only used as an art form but also as a scientific tool for understanding human nature. This image serves as a testament to the intersection between artistry and science during the late 19th century. Thibivilliers Eugene's occupation as a metal polisher further emphasizes the diversity of professions that existed during this era. It reminds us that behind every face captured on film lies a story waiting to be discovered—a tale woven into the fabric of our collective heritage.
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