Artificial intelligence shows us what historical figures really look like
Technology has advanced tremendously in recent years, with artificial intelligence (AI) almost everywhere, from self-driving cars to machines that can treat diseases, and even in the fields of history and art. People are always curious about history, what did the famous people in history look like? So the team used artificial intelligence to restore them to a high degree, I believe that these portraits will give you a new understanding of them.
Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great was one of the greatest military generals in history, conquering the eastern Mediterranean, Egypt, the Middle East, and parts of Asia in a very short time. Although the young Alexander only served as King of Macedonia for 13 years, he changed the course of history and carried out major cultural changes after the establishment of the new empire. Alexander scored his first military victory at the age of 18 and has never lost a battle in his 15-year military career.
The artificial AI's interpretation of the bust confirms that he was still very young at the time, which must have been carved during Alexander's reign, and the confidence of the young man drove him.
Nefertiti of Ancient Egypt
Nefertiti, queen of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Ancient Egypt and wife of Pharaoh Akhenaten, became famous for her painted sandstone bust that was revived in 1913 as a global symbol of female beauty and power. Thanks to artificial intelligence, we can witness the extraordinary beauty of the Queen, whose perfect skeletal structure and features are brought to life.
Although historians don't know much about Nefertiti's temperament and demeanor, the AI shows her calmness and confidence. The long reign of the queen and queen showed that this was indeed the case, and her wise eye advised her husband, Pharaoh Akhenaten.
Shaga Zulu
Shaka Zulu (full name Shaka Kasen Sangakona) ruled the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828 and was one of Zulu's most influential monarchs, reorganizing the Zulu army during his reign and training into a formidable army that conquered large swathes of present-day South Africa. The word "shaka" means "power," and shaka Zulu certainly lives up to his name, both in appearance and in action.
Artificial intelligence technology shows that Shaka Zulu has well-defined cheekbones and an iron-like determination. It is known that this king was not afraid to punish his enemies, as illustrated by his powerful face. However, with a plain black T-shirt, you can make the image of an ancient king so modern.
Julius Caesar
Gaius Julius Caesar was a Roman general and statesman, most famous Roman emperor, who led the Roman army in the Gallic Wars. Caesar was a prominent military strategist who defeated his political rival Pompey in the Civil War and took control of the Senate, where he witnessed Rome's transformation from republic to empire, only to be assassinated, one of the most famous rebellions in history.
The artificial intelligence version of Julius Caesar, who gives the impression of a man with great confidence and power, is no different from a modern influential congressman or senator.
Michelangelo in modern times
Artificial intelligence reproduces the surrealism of the famous artist Michelangelo, who was born in Florence, and the painting of Adam's creation on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel is his most famous work. However, the artist considers himself a sculptor first and foremost.
According to AI calculations, Michelangelo was a rugged, handsome man with gentle eyes and a friendly face. He looked like a hard worker, like a generous, giving.
Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty is a huge classicist sculpture located on Liberty Island in New York City's harbor and is one of the most recognizable monuments in the world. The bronze statue was a gift from the French people to New York, designed by French sculptor Flem-Auguste Bartholdi, and its metal frame was built by Gustave Eiffel, designer of the Eiffel Tower. Strangely, Lady Liberty is struck by lightning 600 times a year.
The Statue of Liberty represents a Roman goddess whose face is modeled after Bartholdi's mother. Mrs. Bartholdi must be beautiful, and as you can see the AI shows, she has beautiful bone structure and sexy eyes.
Pharaoh Akhnatun
Akhnatun was an Egyptian pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty during the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt, and his most famous achievement was the change in the traditional religion of Egypt from the worship of multiple gods to the worship of only one god named Atun. This reform of monotheism made Pharaoh very unpopular among his critics. While Akhnaton is not the most famous historical figure on this list, he is undoubtedly one of the most controversial.
With the help of artificial intelligence, we can better understand what Akhnaton looks like. The king had a slender, almost model-like face with shining eyes.
Napoleon Bonaparte
Napoleon Bonaparte was a French military commander and political leader, one of the greatest military generals in history, rose to fame during the French Revolution and led successful campaigns in the War of Independence, later becoming known by his country name Napoleon I. The term "Napoleonic complex" is named after the Gallic commander, who may have been notoriously short in history, but his actual height may not be as short as one might think.
According to France's former metric measurement system, Napoleon was 5 feet 2 inches tall, but it could be misleading. Still, the great general's accomplishments are undeniable, and this AI picture shows him as a somewhat serious and ambitious man.
Leonardo da Vinci's The Vitruvian Man
Inspired by the work of the ancient Roman architect Vitruvius, Leonardo da Vinci's Vitruvian Man idealizes the proportions of the human body, one of the most iconic works in history, the Vitruvian man has a perfect human physique and well-defined facial features.
These facial features were perfectly reproduced in artificial intelligence calculations, and the Vitruvian man, like a real-life person, was as impressive as Leonardo da Vinci's paintings.
Christina of Denmark
Christina was the youngest daughter of King Christian II of Denmark and Norway and King Isabella of Austria, a Danish princess who lived in the 16th century and experienced two marriages, first as Duchess of Milan and later as Duchess of Lorraine. Probably due to the different styles and aesthetic standards of the time, Christina's portrait was not particularly flattering.
The artificial intelligence version of the princess is almost identical to the painting, with long loose hair and a simple collar, showing that Christina is a real beauty.
Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire, was born in 1162, and after his death, the Mongol Empire became the largest empire in history. Khan was one of the greatest and most formidable military leaders of all time, who came to power by uniting the many nomadic tribes of the Mongolian steppe and became the Mongol ruler.
Thanks to artificial intelligence, we can see what modern Genghis Khan looks like. Side split head and firm gaze, looking like a powerful politician or businessman.
Queen Hatshepsut of Egypt
Queen Hatshepsut was one of Egypt's greatest pharaohs who brought great wealth and art to her land, and Hatshepsut's reign was economically prosperous, reigning for 20 years. Like most successful pharaohs, the queen also raised a formidable army.
Artificial intelligence technology renders the stone statue of Hatshepsut very well, and it seems that the queen is a beautiful, majestic woman with kind, charming eyes.
Mark antony
Marc Antony, or Marcus Antonius, was a Roman statesman and general who played a key role in the transformation of the Roman Republic from a republican form of government to an autocratic empire. Antony was an accomplished military leader who was a general under Caesar and later became a magnate ruling the eastern provinces of Rome. Despite Mark Anthony's successful political career, he is probably best known for his relationship with Queen Cleopatra of Egypt.
Cleopatra is notoriously beautiful, however, according to artificial intelligence, her lover is a fairly ordinary man.
King Tutankhamun
Often referred to as King Tutankhamun, Tutankhamun was the penultimate pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Ancient Egypt and arguably the most famous figure in history. Unlike many on this list, King Tutankhamun is best known for how his body was found, not for his accomplishments during his lifetime. Tutankhamun's tomb was intact when it was discovered, and the treasure inside helped Egyptologists better understand how mummies were made.
Tutankhamun ascended the throne as a child ruler around the age of 9 and unfortunately died at the age of 19, his youth clearly visible in the rendering of artificial intelligence.
Cleopatra VII
Cleopatra VII, often referred to as Cleopatra, was the queen and last active ruler of the Ptolemaic kingdom of Egypt from 51 BC to 30 BC. Cleopatra influenced Roman politics during critical periods, especially her relationship with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, making her one of the most interesting and famous historical figures of all time.
Cleopatra represents the romantic femme fatale, so it's no surprise that artificial intelligence interprets the majestic beauty of the Egyptian queen in the modern context.
Louis XV
Louis XV was the reigning king of France from 1715 to 1774, and the French Revolution he led led to the decline of royal power. Louis tried to carry out gradual fiscal reforms, including taxing the aristocracy, but the failures of his foreign policy weakened France. Defeats in numerous wars forced Louis to abandon many territories, including lucrative overseas colonies.
While he may seem far less glamorous, modern AI renders the king as a young professional, without the steelness and confidence of a ruler.
Mary I of England
After the death of Edward VI in 1553, both heirs were women, and there was a debate over who succeeded to the throne. Nine days later, the question of whether women could rule the country was answered. Mary I, the stubborn and brave Mary Tudor, wanted to restore the Catholic faith after coming to power, so her reputation was affected by religious persecution.
While Queen Mary was harsh in Tudor-era paintings, artificial intelligence made her much more approachable.
Henry VIII
Henry VIII, one of the most feared rulers in English history, worked to annul his first marriage, cruelly treated his six wives, and guillotined two of them, Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard, to the Tower of London, which led to disagreements with the Catholic Church, and subsequently separated the Church of England from papal power.
Henry VIII's meals were so large that artificial intelligence rendered the king's plump face into a modern version that looked almost identical to the original painting.
Simón Bolívar
Simón Bolívar, the darling of South America, was Latin America's most powerful leader, earning the nickname "The Liberator" for helping many countries gain independence from Spain. Inspired by the American War of Independence, Bolívar's goal in developing the constitution was to establish strong ties and unify the newly independent states of Latin America. On July 24 of that year, Simón Bolívar Day is celebrated in Latin America.
The modern version of Bolívar has extraordinary charm, a firm gaze that is very contagious, and his image is no less than his paintings.
Wallis Simpson
Wallis Simpson is an American socialite and one of the most controversial women in British history. They were married twice when they met Edward, Duke of Windsor, as their marriage caused a constitutional crisis that led to Edward's abdication. Wallis Simpson and Edward lived in Paris for most of their marriage, often hosting or attending lavish parties, and they traveled around until Edward's death in 1972.
Wallis Simpson is very beautiful, and modern renderings of artificial intelligence confirm this.
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin is a giant in American history, he was one of the founding fathers of the United States, the drafter and signer of the United States Declaration of Independence, and the first postmaster general of the United States. In addition, Franklin was one of the leading intellectuals of his time, a world-class scientist and inventor, who invented lightning rods, Franklin furnaces, bifocal glasses, and more.
Arguably, no one in American politics is as versatile as Franklin, whose head is printed on the $100 bill. I don't think he would have changed much if he were alive now, although the new hairstyle has the feel of a modern politician.
Emperor Augustus
Augustus, also known as Octavian, was the first emperor of ancient Rome, who came to power after the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BC. Emperor Augustus is considered one of the greatest leaders in human history, best known for inaugurating the Roman Peace, a period of fundamental peace that lasted two centuries.
The AI's rendering of the famous bust of Octavian shows that the emperor has warm eyes and a charming gaze, and his curly hair sets off a trustworthy overall image.
Queen Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba
Queen Nzinga Ana de Sousa Mbande was the monarch of the Mbandu people, a tenacious leader who fought against Portuguese colonists and the slave trade in Central Africa. Initially friendly to the Portuguese, Nzinga even converted to Christianity. In 1627, after an alliance with previously hostile countries, the Queen led her army against the Portuguese, waging a war that lasted 30 years and inspired the region, which eventually led to Angola's independence in 1975.
Nzinga Mbande is clearly an inspiring woman, and AI's modern interpretation of the great warrior is certainly unbiased, with the queen's radiance and steely determination shining through.
William shakespeare
Is there a more famous writer than William Shakespeare? Probably not. Shakespeare is considered the world's greatest English-language writer and the most brilliant playwright, and he created sensational plays, including Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, and Hamlet, among others. These plays remain very popular today, with many performances on stages, screens and elsewhere around the world.
Those who have seen the film Shakespeare's love history are very familiar with the personal life of this writer, and the artificial intelligence version of "Bill" Shakespeare helps us imagine what this great playwright is like today.
Ludwig van Beethoven
Ludwig van Beethoven was a German musician, one of the most respected composers in the history of the Western European musical tradition, whose works have been performed many times in the classical music repertoire. Beethoven's "Heroic Symphony" completed in 1804 is his masterpiece and shocked the music world. The German maestro composed many symphonies, became a household musical piece and appeared in films and television shows many times.
Although he was deaf, his disability did not hinder his creation. The AI version of Beethoven doesn't reveal much about his personality, he's clearly a pretty serious guy.
George Washington
George Washington was the first president of the United States and was a commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, known as the "Father of the Nation" by the United States. After the end of the American Revolution, Washington presided over the conference that drafted the U.S. Constitution. In addition to his military and political achievements, his moral character is also praiseworthy.
In the interpretation of this great man by artificial intelligence, moral character is reflected, a calm, thoughtful, proud patriotic expression, which is the portrayal of modern Washington.
Emperor Caracalla
Marcus Aurelius Antony, nicknamed Caracalla, was emperor of Rome from 198 to 217. Caracalla, although not as famous as Caesar, Nero or Augustus, is an important chapter in ancient Roman history. Caracalla's main achievements were positive and progressive, such as the construction of a huge baths in Rome, the decree of 212 years, and the granting of Roman citizenship to all free inhabitants of the empire, but Caracalla was extremely bloodthirsty.
Does the modern version of Caracalla look evil? He definitely looks angry.
Mona Lisa
The iconic work of the Mona Lisa, the iconic work of Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci, the Mona Lisa, real name Lisa del Giocondo, is one of the most famous women in history. Completed by Vinci in 1503, it is considered a quintessential masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance and proudly hangs in the Louvre Museum in Paris, making it the most visited and copied work of all time.
We must honestly say that Leonardo da Vinci's original painting and the artificial intelligence version of the Mona Lisa do not seem to be much different, but slightly sharper.
Isabella
Isabella Brant is an iconic painting using sketches as a writing technique, Isabella was the first wife of the Flemish painter and diplomat Peter Paul Rubens, for whom Rubens created several portraits. Historically, the work is known for its "immediacy and appeal". The couple had three children together, and unfortunately Isabella died of the plague at the age of 34.
The artificial intelligence renders Isabella Brant in life, showing her warm and cheerful side, with a playful glint in her eyes.
Zeus, god of the sky
Zeus, the god of the sky in ancient Greek mythology, was a powerful figure, and as the main god of Greece, Zeus was considered the ruler, protector, and father of all gods and humans, and this fatherly character was usually depicted as an old man with a beard. Zeus was seated on the golden throne of Olympus and was revered by all, including the mortal kings, who would boast of being descendants of this god.
Zeus fell in love easily and had affair with many women, and he was often described as a strong, majestic man with an imperial body and long curly hair. We would say that artificial intelligence has this ability.
Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius was the last emperor of the Roman Peace Period (an era of relative peace, calm and stability) who ruled the Roman Empire for nearly 20 years and is known as the last ruler of the "Five Sages". He was a tenacious and philosophical man, whose greatest achievement was to keep the empire united in the first real pandemic and to achieve victory in the Parthian and Germanic wars.
This artificial intelligence portrait reproduces the resilient and philosophical image of the emperor.
Vincent van Gogh
Born in the south of the Netherlands, Vincent Willem van Gogh was a post-impressionist painter whose work was known for its beauty, emotion and color, and had a profound impact on 20th-century art. Like many artists, Van Gogh was not particularly famous during his lifetime, but after his death, he became one of the most famous painters in the history of Western art, beloved for his expressive and emotional use of bright colors.
Throughout his life, he struggled with manic-depressive disorder and finally ended his life at the age of 37. The portrait rendered by artificial intelligence vividly shows the real pain in his eyes.
Rembrandt
Rembrandt Hammenson van Rien, a painter, printmaker and draughtsman of the Dutch Golden Age, was one of the greatest visual artists of all time, and the Baroque painter's work was known for its realistic beauty and left a great legacy after his death. "Storm on the Sea of Galilee", "The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolas Turp" and "The Night Watch" are all masterpieces of the Dutchman's work.
As a genius, Rembrandt was also capable of painting realistic self-portraits, one of which showed us his face in a lot of detail, and artificial intelligence rendered the Dutch artist today.
Hercules, god of power
Hercules was the ruler of all the Greek gods on Mount Olympus and all mortals on earth, and although his father was Zeus, Hercules was actually born a mortal. Like many mythological heroes, he has a complex family tree. Hercules is known for his amazing strength, and equally outstanding for his courage and wisdom. One of the greatest heroes in Ra mythology.
When we see Hercules, we usually think of Disney cartoons voiced by Tate Donovan. The re-rendering of the artificial intelligence shows the god of power in a different way, with short curly hair and a plump face.
Thomas Jefferson
As the face of democracy, Thomas Jefferson was the founding father of the United States, the main author of the Declaration of Independence, and the third president of the United States. He was a true icon of America, as well as a diplomat, lawyer, architect and philosopher. The former president should clearly have left an important mark in American history because his possession of hundreds of slaves contradicted the principles of freedom and peace.
The modern-day Thomas Jefferson is portrayed as a family man who looks like a loving grandfather with a lot of wisdom to pass on to his children.
Pocahontas
Pocahontas was a Native American woman whose real name was Matoka and later known as Rebecca Rolf. He is known for helping British colonists in North America and serving as ambassador between Chief Powhatthan and the Jamestown colony. During her time as ambassador, she saved the lives of British soldiers, explorers and colonial governors, Captain John Smith.
Anyone who loves Disney movies knows the 1995 movie of the same name, "Stranger in the Wind". In the film, she is portrayed as a beautiful, brave young woman, which is confirmed by modern renderings of artificial intelligence.
Sir Isaac Newton
Sir Isaac Newton was born on Christmas Day at Woolthorpe Manor in the village of Wortworth upon Woolthorpe, Lincolnshire, England, and was a physicist, astronomer, alchemist, theologian and writer. Newton is best known for his theory of gravity, and legend has it that he saw a falling apple while contemplating the forces of nature and had an epiphany. Newton is rumored to have an IQ score between 190 and 200.
Isaac Newton was not only a genius mathematician, but also looked very handsome. Swap his famous white wig for a more modern short hair, and today's Newton would be a rough and handsome man.
Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama was born in Portugal in the 15th century, the first person to sail from Europe around the Cape of Good Hope in Africa to India. Vasco da Gama's landmark voyage marked the beginning of a global maritime multiculturalism, but sadly he died of malaria three months after arriving in India.
This modern rendering of Vasco da Gama is fascinating. Without the ornate crown, breastplate and sword, da Gama looked like an ordinary office worker in his 40s.