Simulacrum
A simulacrum is a representation or copy of a person or thing.
Literary critic Fredric Jameson illustrates the concept of an artistic simulacrum by pointing to photorealism. In photorealism, a painting is crafted by replicating a photograph, which, in turn, is a copy of the actual object. Other art forms that explore the realm of simulacra encompass trompe-l'œil, pop art, Italian neorealism, and the French New Wave.
In postmodernist discourse, particularly in the works of Gilles Deleuze and Jean Baudrillard, the term has been brought back to discussions concerning the connection between an original work of art and its reproduction. According to Baudrillard, the simulacrum becomes more important than the original, rendering the original irrelevant.
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We collaborate with artists to create both limited editions and works on paper.
A limited edition is a set number of similar or identical artworks. The size of the edition denotes the total number of artworks that will ever be made, underscoring their value.
Framing options vary for each piece and are listed on the individual artwork pages. Our standard glazing offer is a minimum 90% UV acrylic plexiglass, or you can upgrade to an anti reflective Optium museum plexiglass.
Yes, 100%. We work directly with our artists to create editions that accurately represent their body of work. Additionally, every artist personally reviews and approves their final editions.
Every artwork is signed or stamped, and individually numbered. You will also receive a stamped and numbered certificate of authenticity.
No—the copyright is not transferred to the purchaser of the edition.
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