Garnier. Auguste. 34 ans, né à Périgny (Côte-d'Or). Journalier. Anarchiste. 2/3/94. 1894

Alphonse Bertillon, a pioneer in criminal identification, created this mugshot of Auguste Garnier in 1894. Bertillon's "anthropometric" system, which used a series of body measurements, was a precursor to modern fingerprinting. This particular mugshot, part of Bertillon's vast collection of criminal portraits, showcases the stark, objective style of the photographic process. The subject, a 34-year-old French anarchist, stares directly at the camera, revealing little emotion. The detailed inscription reveals his name, age, occupation, birthplace, and anarchist affiliation, highlighting the systematic approach of Bertillon's methodology. This work is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offering a glimpse into the history of criminal identification.