Imitation Collection (page 4)

Pears Background

Silhouette Of Head-Shaped Boulder At Dusk

A Metal Flower Encased In Ice From An Ice Storm Against A White Background

Mockingbirds (Mimidae); Galapagos, Equador

Children and tutor from Penzance Gym Club, Cornwall
Children and tutor from the Penzance Gym Club, Cornwall, performing a street dance scene from the TV programme Fame. circa 1980s

Background, Black (Color), Black And White, Conformity, Confusion, Eccentric, Head Shot
Zebra against background of black and white stripes

Lyrebird illustration 1882
Brehms Thierleben (Tierleben). Allgemeine Kunde des Thierreichs. Zweite Abtheilung - VAogel. by A. Brehm, 1882

Charleston Zouaves
Illustration of one of the Charleston Zouaves, a member of a South Carolina regiment of volunteer Civil War soldiers, 1860s

Cartoon representing thymus pointing at white blood cells flexing muscles

Indian or Malayan Leafwing Butterfly -Kallima paralekta-, the closed wings mimic the shape and color of a withered leaf perfectly

Horse Head Grasshopper -Pseudoproscopia latirostris-, Tambopata Nature Reserve, Madre de Dios Region, Peru

Hornet mimic hoverfly -Volucella zonaria-, female, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Young boy and girl sitting on sofa, imitating married couple

Giant Spiny Stick Insect
Australian Giant Prickly Stick Insect (Extatosoma tiaratum)a.k.a. Giant Spiny Stick Insect, Spiny Leaf insect, Macleays Spectre or Australian Walking Stick

Two Barn Owls (Tyto Alba), Western Australia

Green Dress Early 1850S
Possibly evening dress: 3 scallop edged, embroidered flounces, stomacher corsage trimmed with bows in imitation of echelles & a square neckline. (possibly a Watteau body)

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"Exploring the Art of Imitation: From Dream Falls to Sun Voyager" Imitation, a fascinating concept that transcends boundaries and eras. In Tahquamenon Falls State Park, USA, nature imitates a dream as Dream Falls cascades gracefully down the rocks. A symbol of serenity and beauty. In another corner of the world, a white flag flutters in Reykjavik, Iceland. The Sun Voyager stands tall as an iconic stainless-steel sculpture imitating a Viking longboat by Jon Gunnar Arnason. It represents the spirit of exploration and adventure. Venturing into Las Vegas, Nevada, we find imitation taking on different forms. The Grand Canal Gondola Ride at the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino mimics the romantic charm of Venice's waterways while offering an unforgettable experience in America's entertainment capital. As night falls over The Strip in Las Vegas, casinos rise like giants imitating each other's grandeur. An elevated view showcases their dazzling lights and extravagant architecture—a testament to human creativity inspired by competition. But imitation is not limited to man-made wonders alone; it can also be found within ancient artistry. Roman marble copies reveal Sleeping or drunken satyrs known as the Barberini Faun—an imitation that preserves history for generations to come. Journeying into Scotland's mystical forests reveals yet another facet of imitation—nature mirroring itself through towering trees and lush greenery. Into the Mystic #2 captures this enchantment with its ethereal illustration. Sometimes even accidents are replicated for educational purposes—the crash test dummy imitates car crashes to enhance safety measures on our roads—a stark reminder that they are save lives too. And let us not forget fashion. Courtaulds Rayons 1936 advertisement showcases how clothing can mimic elegance and style from one era to another—an everlasting trend born out of inspiration from yesteryears' glamour.