Unveiling the True Face of Bonnie Prince Charlie: Recreated from Death Masks

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Unveiling the True Face of Bonnie Prince Charlie: Recreated from Death Masks
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Researchers at the University of Dundee have used death masks to recreate the face of Bonnie Prince Charlie, the leader of the unsuccessful 18th century Jacobite rebellion. The image reveals a different side to the traditionally heroic figure, portraying him as a normal person with blonde curly hair, wide eyes, and acne. The recreation was made by mapping and photographing the death masks, then using state-of-the-art software to "de-age" the prince. The final result will be included in an exhibition at the University of Dundee.

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