Ortiz. Léon. 25 ans, né à Paris. Commis d'architecte. Anarchiste. Voyage ordinairement en bicyclette. 1894

Alphonse Bertillon's photographic portrait *Ortiz. Léon. 25 ans, né à Paris. Commis d'architecte. Anarchiste. Voyage ordinairement en bicyclette.* is a striking example of the artist's renowned system of anthropometry, a method of criminal identification based on precise body measurements. This mugshot, created in 1894, captures the subject's physical features in a standardized format, highlighting Bertillon's fascination with scientific categorization and the documentation of human individuality. Bertillon's photographs, despite their documentary nature, are often considered works of art due to their stark compositions and intriguing subject matter, offering a glimpse into the social and criminal landscape of late 19th-century France.