Great realist sculpture is born from where art and science meet
This quote greets visitors to the website of Andrew Sinclair, one of the world’s leading realist figurative sculptors. Sinclair’s design, commemorating Æthelstan, the first king to rule over a unified England, inspired our project and served as its starting point. Quite literally, everything began from a 3D scan of an 18-inch tall maquette of the statue. Our goal is to unveil the sculpture exclusively in VR and AR, positioning the project as a groundbreaking initiative that merges art with cutting-edge technology. By linking the digital experience to Kingston-upon-Thames, King Æthelstan’s coronation site, we aim to deepen appreciation for local heritage and foster community involvement. This project marks the first-ever digitization of King Æthelstan, preserving his legacy in an entirely new and innovative format.