Imitation Collection (#10)

Casinos on The Strip, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Hotels and casinos along The Strip, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Versailles Le Hameau
Le Hameau, the imitation farmhouse where Marie Antoinette spent her happiest hours. Date: circa 1904

Gecko robot foot
Synthetic gecko toes. Toes from a robot foot designed to mimic (biomimetics) the foot of a gecko. The robot foot is made of a dry adhesive polymer

SpinybotII climbing robot, scaling a wall. This robot has been designed to mimic (biomimetics) the climbing ability of insects and spiders

Scarecrow in a garden, with flowers and planted crops. The scarecrow is designed to look like a human, and is being used to scare away birds that feed on seeds and plants

Barbed fishing fly, SEM
Barbed fishing fly, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The fly, usually made with feathers and hair, imitates the natural food of the fish and stimulates it to feed

Rainbow over the Millennium Bridge, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom, Europe

New York-New York Hotel and replica of Statue of Liberty, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Luxor Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Sphinx and obelisk outside the Luxor Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America, North America

New York New York Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Boy kneeling in front of a religious statue
A boy kneeling in front of a religious statue of a woman (perhaps a saint) praying. He is holding his hands together in imitation of the statue

Little girl with a Gibraltar Barbary Macaque
A little girl sitting next to a Gibraltar Barbary Macaque (Macaca Sylvanus), trying to imitate its mannerisms. These animals are found on the Upper Rock of Gibraltar

Feed the Guns Campaign - War Bonds
A Feed the Guns campaign week to attract the populace in Britain to buy War Bonds to help " End the War". Separate campaigns of special weeks were " led off " by spectacular

Portable trenches
French observation soldiers sheltering behind imitation trenches made from iron plates covered with painted canvas and grass

The School Childrens Strike, 1889
Engraving showing a school childrens strike of 1889, which started in the East End of London in imitation of the Dockers strike that year

Imitation Xmas Tree
An imitation Christmas tree, with a cuddly toy and assorted presents underneath it

Wreath, Decking, Tree
Festive wreath of fir with cones, imitation snow & red berries, a tinsel Christmas tree with baubles & red lighted candles & holly draped along the mantelpiece

Russian Fleet Destroyed
The Tsar, convinced that his fleet will be burnt, prefers to set fire to it himself, in imitation of his predecessors heroic act in 1812

Intruiging and whimsical shapes and patterns in the giant Opuntia cactus (Opuntia echios)
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African Elephant. Cow with young calf drinking from Lake. Lake. Kariba, Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe, Africa
TOM-834 African Elephant - Cow with young calf drinking from Lake Kariba, Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe, Africa Loxodonta africana Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal

King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) sleeping, Volunteer Point, East Falkland, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America

Elephant seals on a beach, Saunders Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America

King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus), Volunteer Point, East Falkland, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America

A group of Tobas performing the Devil Dance - La Diablada, during the carnival, Oruro, Bolivia, South America

Redingote 1825
Blue-grey redingote with gigot sleeves & cape collar trimmed with a rouleux attached in a wavy line; also a black velvet toque turban & reticule in imitation of an iced dessert

Costume / Fake Fur C. 1940
Elegant pre-Utility tailored costume with long jacket line, 6 buttons, pocket flaps & fake fur trim (Nutria)

Girl with Skipping Rope
A girl in a long sleeved dress with button front detail, narrow ruff & knife-pleated flounces at the hem & rear in imitation of womens fashion & buttoned boots

MENs COATS OF 1855
Frock coat with funnel or pagoda sleeves in imitation of the current female fashion shown from the rear & front on. One coat has a naval air with embroidered stand collar

Travelling Coat 1914
Paquin travelling coat with a fur collar, a narrow skirt & brightly coloured striped blouse. N.B fur hat in imitation of a cats head complete with whiskers!

Ocelot Trim Coat 1938
A woollen & fur costume from the Hershelle Model Collection with military pocket effect, full circle skirt & trimmings in ocelot peluche (imitation or fake fur)

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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.