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Bertillonnage or Bertillon system: a criminological technique based on the biometric
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Bertillonnage or Bertillon system: a criminological technique based on the biometric
XEE4179227 Bertillonnage or Bertillon system: a criminological technique based on the biometric analysis of Alphonse Bertillon (1853-1914) who collaborated with the forensic criminal identification police and invented forensic anthropometry. Engraving in " Le petit Parisien", 1896. Private collection. by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Identification of criminals Kiesgen and Truel (assassin of the Baroness of Valley) with a camera.); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
Media ID 23320094
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
Advancement Anthropometry Camera Kepi Modernity Modernization A Journal
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This print showcases the revolutionary criminological technique known as Bertillonnage or the Bertillon system. Developed by Alphonse Bertillon in collaboration with the forensic criminal identification police, this biometric analysis method was a groundbreaking advancement in crime investigation during the late 19th century. The engraving, featured in "Le petit Parisien" newspaper from 1896, captures a moment of identification involving two criminals: Kiesgen and Truel, who were responsible for heinous crimes including the assassination of Baroness Valley. The image highlights their interaction with a camera, symbolizing the integration of modern technology into law enforcement practices. Alphonse Bertillon's invention of forensic anthropometry is credited for its significant impact on criminal investigations. By measuring various physical characteristics such as height, body proportions, and facial features, this system aimed to create unique profiles that could aid in identifying suspects accurately. The composition exudes an air of modernity with its depiction of French policemen wearing traditional kepi hats alongside contemporary advancements like cameras. This juxtaposition emphasizes society's transition towards embracing scientific methods to combat crime. Preserved within a private collection today, this historical print by Stefano Bianchetti serves as a reminder of how innovation can shape our world. It stands as a testament to Alphonse Bertillon's invaluable contribution to criminology and his lasting legacy in advancing forensic techniques for generations to come.
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