Simulacra and simulation refer to the concepts introduced by philosopher Jean Baudrillard, where simulacra are copies or representations of objects or experiences that no longer have an original reference, and simulation is the process through which these representations replace reality. This interplay raises questions about authenticity, representation, and the nature of reality itself, particularly how art and philosophy grapple with these ideas in creating meaning and understanding human experience.
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