"These Recreations Of Historical Figures Will Make..." Topic

… You See Them In A New Light

"Looking back at our history we can see that there are significant figures that we do not know much information about. Sure, we have access to paintings, sculptures, and portraits of beloved historical figures. However, just how accurate are they? The truth is that these things were commissioned to flatter them, so our perception might be a little skewed. With the help of modern technology, CGI and 3D printing technology makes it possible to recreate the actual appearance of some important historical figures. It is incredible that when we look into the eyes of Cleopatra and Queen Elizabeth I, they can actually look back at us. Get ready because these will blow your mind…"

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Armand

How can that possibly be any more accurate from this distance in time ? Utter drivel.

It reads a bit like an advertisement for AI, or perhaps snake oil, mate. GildasFacit has it right.

"With the help of modern technology, CGI and 3D printing technology makes it possible to recreate the actual appearance of some important historical figures. It is incredible that when we look into the eyes of Cleopatra and Queen Elizabeth I,"

AI still can't do hands, so if you don't look too closely, you won't notice that Elizabeth I has six tarsier fingers on each hand… ;-)

@ Dal Garvin, you can't be suggesting snake oil doesn't work can you, there are men who have built whole careers on it's back

I know, Mark- all outstanding members of their communities and some probably went into politics, too. But I have to practice my cynicism somewhere. However, I do have one question. I know you can (very carefully) milk a snake for venom, but how do you get oil?

Thanks

Armand