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GIUSEPPE ENRIE
The Shroud of Turin printed as negative,
Guiseppe Enrie, 1934
The Shroud of Turin
The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth believed by many to be the burial shroud of Jesus Christ, wrapping a crucified man after his death. Giuseppe Enrie, an Italian photographer renowned for his technical skill, took the official photograph of the Shroud in 1932. This life-size print, of great historical significance, was the first to clearly reveal the contours of the figure on the shroud, sparking numerous investigations and debates about its authenticity.
Enrie’s use of the most advanced photographic techniques of his time made it possible to capture details previously unseen. His photographs played a crucial role in the scientific analysis of the shroud, leading to various studies, including forensic analysis and carbon dating. While the primary goal of this photographic work was documentary, Enrie’s negatives unveiled previously hidden details, with far-reaching consequences for the ongoing study and interpretation of the Shroud.