Bedei. Hercule. 21 ans, né à Sorli (Italie). Tailleur d'habits. Anarchiste. 1/3/94. 1894

This photographic portrait, created in 1894 by Alphonse Bertillon, is a striking example of his anthropometric identification system. The portrait, featuring Hercule Bedei, a 21-year-old Italian tailor and anarchist, is part of Bertillon's "mugshot" series, which aimed to identify criminals through precise measurements and photographic records. This particular image showcases Bertillon's meticulous attention to detail and his innovative approach to criminal identification, which revolutionized police work at the end of the 19th century. The portrait, a unique blend of scientific objectivity and visual documentation, stands as a testament to Bertillon's lasting legacy in the field of criminology.