The 12 Acclaimed Photographic Portraits of Men (1) "Albert Einstein" by Yousuf Karsh (1948, USA): Karsh's iconic photograph captures the brilliance and idiosyncrasy of Albert Einstein, emphasizing the physicist's deep-set eyes and unruly hair. Taken in the aftermath of WWII, the photograph exudes a sense of wisdom, resilience, and enduring spirit. (2) "Che Guevara" by Alberto Korda (1960, Cuba): This photograph became an enduring symbol of the 20th-century revolutionary figure. Korda captured Guevara's defiant, stoic gaze during a memorial service, portraying his revolutionary spirit and turning it into a global icon of rebellion. (3) "James Dean" by Phil Stern (1955, USA): Stern’s close-up shot of the rising star James Dean has become iconic. Stern captured the young actor's brooding intensity, vulnerability, and distinct style during the height of Hollywood's Golden Age. (4) "Mohammed Ali" by Neil Leifer (1965, USA): Leifer captured the triumphant moment just after Ali knocked out Sonny Liston, reinforcing Ali's status as one of the greatest boxers of all time. This photograph highlights Ali's physical prowess and indomitable spirit. (5) "Mahatma Gandhi" by Margaret Bourke-White (1946, India): This photograph of Gandhi reading by the light of a charkha (spinning wheel) showcases the leader's simplicity, determination, and devotion to India's independence movement. (6) "Steve Jobs" by Albert Watson (2006, USA): Watson captured the Apple founder's intense gaze and charismatic personality in this black-and-white photograph, showcasing Jobs' visionary mind and the relentless drive that revolutionized the tech industry. (7) "Martin Luther King Jr." by Yoichi Okamoto (1965, USA): Okamoto’s intimate portrait of Martin Luther King Jr. captures the civil rights leader's thoughtful intensity during a particularly tumultuous period in American history. (8) "Ernesto 'Che' Guevara" by Rene Burri (1963, Cuba): Burri's image of Che, with his cigar and enigmatic expression, presents a contemplative side to the revolutionary leader and is one of the most recognizable images of the 20th century. (9) "Muhammad Ali vs. Sonny Liston" by Neil Leifer (1965, USA): Capturing the moment just after Ali floored Liston with a quick right-hand punch, this photograph has become an iconic representation of Ali's prowess and the intensity of the sport. (10) "Pablo Picasso" by Robert Doisneau (1952, France): Picasso, one of the greatest painters of the 20th century, is portrayed in this whimsical portrait with a bread roll. Doisneau's playful image underlines Picasso's creative genius and unique character. (11) "Winston Churchill" by Yousuf Karsh (1941, Canada): Known as the "Roaring Lion," Karsh's photograph captures Churchill’s defiant expression during the height of World War II, making it one of the most powerful portraits in history. (12) "John F. Kennedy" by Jacques Lowe (1961, USA): This candid shot of JFK relaxing in the Oval Office showcases the youthful energy and charisma that characterized his short but impactful presidency.