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Rigollet. Alexandre. 41 ans, ne dans le Loir-et-Cher. Terrassier. Anarchiste. 1894
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Rigollet. Alexandre. 41 ans, ne dans le Loir-et-Cher. Terrassier. Anarchiste. 1894
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Alphonse Alphonse Bertillon Anarchism Anarchist Anthropology Anthropometry Arrest Arrested Bertillon Bertillon Alphonse Bertillonage Criminal Identification Mug Shot Mugshot Physical Anthropology Albumen Silver Print
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This 19th-century print by Alphonse Bertillon titled "Rigollet. Alexandre. 41 ans, ne dans le Loir-et-Cher. Terrassier. Anarchiste. 1894" offers a glimpse into the intriguing world of an individual named Alexandre Rigollet. At the age of 41, Rigollet was born in the picturesque region of Loir-et-Cher in France and worked as a terrassier, or laborer. However, what sets Rigollet apart is his affiliation with anarchism, as indicated by the caption's mention of him being an anarchist. This political ideology challenges traditional hierarchical systems and advocates for a society based on voluntary cooperation and mutual aid. The photograph itself is a black and white albumen silver print that showcases Bertillon's expertise in capturing human subjects during this era. The image serves as more than just a portrait; it represents an intersection between artistry and science through its connection to anthropology and anthropometry – the study of human measurements for identification purposes. Bertillon's meticulous documentation techniques are evident in this mugshot-style photograph, which was likely taken after Rigollet's arrest for reasons unknown to us today. As we gaze upon this historical artifact housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, we are transported back to a time when criminal identification methods were still evolving. Through this thought-provoking image, we are invited to reflect on both personal stories like Rigollet's and broader concepts such
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