What Would Saladin Look Like Today? History & Image Reveal

The video tutorial explores the process of recreating historical figures using Photoshop, focusing on Saladin, a 12th-century Kurdish Muslim leader. The instructor discusses the challenges of accurately depicting Saladin due to the lack of contemporary images, relying instead on a posthumous portrait by Christofano del Altissimo. The video delves into Saladin's historical significance, including his victory at the Battle of Hattin and the capture of Jerusalem. It also touches on the potential European influence on Saladin's artistic portrayals and the complexities of historical art provenance.

What is the historical context of the painting by Christofano del Altissimo?

How does the portrayal of Saladin in art reflect European perspectives of the time?