Leger. Joseph. 16 ans, né à Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône). Jardinier. Fabrication d'engins explosifs. 4/7/94. 1894

This 1894 photograph by Alphonse Bertillon, a pioneer in criminal identification, is a portrait of Joseph Leger, a 16-year-old gardener from Marseille who was arrested for making explosives. The image is part of Bertillon's system of anthropometry, which used precise measurements and photographs to identify criminals. The clear frontal view, neutral expression, and meticulous labeling make the photograph both a chilling record of a young offender and a fascinating example of early forensic photography.