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AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator and colonist who was sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain. His voyages to the New World led to the European colonisation and exploitation of the Americas. The settlers killed huge numbers of Amerindians in conflicts, and by spreading disease, which reduced the indigenous population by 90% in the century following Columbus's initial journey to the Americas and Caribbean in 1492. Long claimed as the Discoverer of America, it is now recognised that it's not possibly to discover territory that is already inhabited
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This AI-generated image presents a thought-provoking reinterpretation of a historical portrait of Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer who is credited with discovering the Americas in the late 15th century. The portrait, created by Heritage Images in 2023, depicts Columbus in the 1490s, wearing the attire of a wealthy European explorer and gazing intently at a globe. The backdrop of the image is a map of the New World, with the Americas and the Caribbean prominently displayed. However, the caption serves as a reminder of the complex and controversial legacy of Columbus and the European colonization of the Americas. Columbus' voyages led to the colonization and exploitation of the Americas, resulting in the deaths of millions of indigenous people through conflicts and the spread of diseases. The caption acknowledges the devastating impact of European colonization on the indigenous population, which was reduced by 90% in the century following Columbus' initial journey in 1492. The use of AI technology to create this image adds an intriguing layer to the representation of Columbus and the historical events it depicts. The image challenges us to reconsider the traditional narrative of Columbus as a heroic figure and instead, to acknowledge the darker aspects of his legacy. The portrait serves as a powerful reminder of the complex and often problematic relationship between European exploration, colonization, and the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
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