Benoit. Antoine. 29 ans, né à Paris Xle. Journalier. Anarchiste, vagabondage. 4/3/94. 1894

Alphonse Bertillon's "Benoit. Antoine. 29 ans, né à Paris Xle. Journalier. Anarchiste, vagabondage. 4/3/94." is a photographic portrait of a French anarchist named Benoit Antoine. Created in 1894, it is part of the artist's larger body of work, known as the Bertillon System, which used mugshots and detailed measurements to identify criminals. This specific portrait is part of a larger series of mugshots made by Bertillon, known as the "Bertillonage" system. The image presents a stark and objective portrayal of the subject, lacking any sentimentality or artistic embellishment. It serves as a powerful reminder of the criminal justice system’s use of photography in the late 19th century.