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Decker. Jacques. 43 ans, ne a Grodeskersheim (Bas-Rhin). Tailleur d habits
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Decker. Jacques. 43 ans, ne a Grodeskersheim (Bas-Rhin). Tailleur d habits
Decker. Jacques. 43 ans, ne a Grodeskersheim (Bas-Rhin). Tailleur d habits. Anarchiste. 9/3/94. 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 Tailor Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print
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Decker. Jacques. 43 ans, né à Grodeskersheim (Bas-Rhin). Tailleur d'habits. Anarchiste
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. This print by Alphonse Bertillon takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in a world of history and intrigue. The subject of this arresting image is none other than Jacques Decker, a 43-year-old tailor hailing from Grodeskersheim in Bas-Rhin. With his piercing gaze and rugged features, Decker exudes an air of defiance that perfectly matches his anarchist beliefs. This photograph serves as both an identification tool and a testament to the power of visual anthropology during that era. Bertillon's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this portrait; from the precise measurements used for anthropometry purposes to capture physical characteristics accurately, to the composition itself which captures Decker's essence as a man with strong political convictions. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported not only to France but also into the mind of an individual who dared challenge societal norms through his chosen profession and political leanings. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this albumen silver print stands as a testament to Bertillon's groundbreaking work in criminal identification science while simultaneously capturing an important chapter in French history – one where politics clashed with law enforcement. Through this powerful image, we are reminded that even within seemingly ordinary professions like tailoring lies extraordinary stories waiting to be
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