Unveiling the True Face of Bonnie Prince Charlie: Recreated from Death Masks
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
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.