THE face of Egypt’s boy king Tutankhamen has been unveiled for the first time in 3,300 years – thanks to a sculptor who worked with the late Duke of Edinburgh.
Christian Corbet used a 3D model based on scans of the pharaoh’s skull to create one of the most realistic ancient Egyptian constructions ever created.
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Egyptian boy king Tutankhamen’s face has been revealed for the first time in 3,300 yearsCredit: Credit: Soura Films/Christian Corbet via Pen News
But not every artist meets his theme.
Can you guess which celebrities these less-than-lifelike statues want to commemorate?
1st Wimbledon Champion

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It’s not former tennis ace John McEnroe, but another Wimbledon championPhoto credit: Getty Images – Getty
You can’t be serious. No, it’s not former tennis ace John McEnroe, but another 2013 and 2016 Wimbledon champion.
2. “Uncanny Lucy”

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This statue was nicknamed “Scary Lucy” by the locals in New YorkPhoto credit: `:Associated Press
This was nicknamed “Scary Lucy” by locals in Celoron, New York before it was replaced and moved up the street.
3. Mr. Darcy

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A 12ft version of the Mr Darcy actor in Hyde ParkPhoto credit: Tim Stewart News
Oh Mr Darcy! A 12-foot version of this actor in London’s Hyde Park gave us a dizzying sensation.
4. Rocks great

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Dubbed the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll”.Photo credit: Shutterstock
King size statue of a large rock at a themed cafe and souvenir shop in Jerusalem.
5. Destroyed by fire

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Wooden creation of a former First LadyPhoto credit: AFP
The wooden creation was located in the hometown of a former first lady in Slovenia but was destroyed by fire.
6. WM turn signals

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Footie ace who was a 2006 World Cup winkerCredit: PA:Press Association
He was a wink at the 2006 World Cup but this great footballer has a statue at Madeira Airport.
7. Much Missed King

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The most famous face in the worldCredit: PA
That face was the most famous on the planet, but some might say the 12-foot bust of a much-missed Berkshire king bears an awful resemblance.
8. Bad Megastar

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Megastar who had a smash hit with BadCredit: EPA
He had a big hit with Bad – and that’s the way it is. The tribute to the late megastar was erected on Fulham FC’s Craven Cottage site before it was unceremoniously removed.
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