“Robot Artist Ai-Da’s Painting Sells for Over One Million Bucks!”
The auction house Sotheby’s made headlines in the art world with the sale of a piece for 1.08 million dollars. The artwork, titled “A. I. God,” was created by Ai-Da, the first humanoid robot capable of autonomous painting. This piece not only stands out for its high price but also sparks reflection on the intersection of technology and artistic creation, as well as the impact of artificial intelligence. Originally valued at 180 thousand dollars, the final sale far exceeded expectations.
## The artist Ai-Da and her creator
Ai-Da was developed by Aidan Meller, who sees her as an “ideal artist” to explore AI’s influence on humanity. Through her art, Ai-Da delves into the “divine nature” of artificial intelligence and computer science, drawing inspiration from figures like Turing and Ada Lovelace.
## “A. I. God”: tribute to Alan Turing
The piece “A. I. God” is a polyptych featuring five panels paying homage to Alan Turing, a computing pioneer and code-breaker during WWII. The portrait of Turing is characterized by “subdued tones and broken facial planes,” symbolizing the challenges and dilemmas Turing foresaw in the realm of artificial intelligence.
### A new era in art and technology
Ai-Da’s journey has garnered attention in the art and tech spheres, with appearances at high-profile events like the Venice Biennale and the Global AI for Good Summit. Her exhibition in Geneva featured Ada Lovelace, a programming pioneer who influenced Ai-Da’s name.
The auction of “A. I. God” signifies a shift in perspectives on digital and robotic art, prompting discussions on human creativity and the evolving landscape of art.
