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Leger. Joseph. 16 ans, ne a Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhone). Jardinier
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Leger. Joseph. 16 ans, ne a Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhone). Jardinier
Leger. Joseph. 16 ans, ne a Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhone). Jardinier. Fabrication d engins explosifs. 4/7/94. 1894
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Alphonse Alphonse Bertillon Anthropology Anthropometry Bertillon Bertillon Alphonse Bertillonage Criminal Explosive Explosives Gardener Gardening Identification Mug Shot Mugshot Physical Anthropology Albumen Silver Print
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This print captures the enigmatic figure of Joseph Leger, a 16-year-old gardener from Marseille, France. The image was taken in 1894 by Alphonse Bertillon, a renowned anthropologist and pioneer of criminal identification techniques. In this striking portrait, Leger's youthful face is juxtaposed with the dark nature of his activities - he is identified as a bomb maker. The intensity in his eyes hints at a complex inner world that remains hidden to us. This photograph serves as both an intriguing historical artifact and a testament to the power of visual storytelling. Bertillon's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this albumen silver print. His use of anthropometry, the measurement and study of human physical characteristics for identification purposes, adds another layer of significance to this image. It reflects the scientific approach employed during that era to understand criminals and their behavior. Preserved within the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this photograph not only showcases Bertillon's expertise but also provides valuable insights into French society during the late 19th century. It reminds us that history can be found even in seemingly ordinary individuals like Joseph Leger – people who leave indelible marks on our collective memory through their actions. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking image, we are reminded once again that art has the power to transcend time and capture fragments of humanity's diverse experiences.
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