The Matter of Mimesis
Overview & Synopsis
Mimesis or imitation comes in many forms, from animal and plant mimicry to artistic copies ‘from life’. This book offers eighteen essays addressing mimesis from diverse perspectives. From the recreation of galaxies to Iron Age torcs, from counterfeit dragons to modern waxworks, each chapter explores facets of material mimesis from prehistory to the present day. The Matter of Mimesis invites readers to compare practices of imitating, faking, and synthesising materials and objects in nature, art and science, raising questions about skills, techniques and politics of making that transcend historical and disciplinary boundaries and inform both our past and future worlds.
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Document Information
| Document Title | The Matter of Mimesis |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | OAPEN Author |
| Subject & Discipline | art theory |
| Categories | Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Publication Year | 2023 |
| License / Rights | Open Access / Creative Commons |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
OAPEN Library
(www.oapen.org)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-301420 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on www.oapen.org » |