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The Masquerade

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According to Baudrillard, the simulacrum is a copy without an original, a representation that has no real referent. The simulacrum is an image or representation that is autonomous, that has no connection with real reality, but is taken for reality itself. The masquerade can be seen as a form of simulacrum, where the individual creates an image or representation of himself that has no connection with his real reality. This image is a social construct, a role, a stereotype, etc. that is taken for real reality. However, there is an important difference between the two concepts. The masquerade implies an intentionality, a will to hide real reality behind a fictitious appearance. The simulacrum, on the other hand, is a more radical notion, which implies that the representation has become autonomous, that it no longer has a connection with real reality. Baudrillard argues that we live in a society of simulation, where simulacra have replaced real reality. The media, advertising, politics, etc. create simulacra that are mistaken for real reality. Masquerade can be seen as a form of participation in this society of simulation, where individuals create simulacra of themselves to present themselves to others. In short, Baudrillard's parallel between masquerade and simulacrum highlights how representations and images can hide real reality and create deceptive appearances. However, simulacrum is a more radical notion that implies that representation has become autonomous and no longer has any connection with real reality. Interestingly, Baudrillard also used the concept of "mask" to describe how individuals create simulacra of themselves. According to him, masks are simulacra that hide real reality and create deceptive appearances. This shows that the concepts of masquerade and simulacrum are closely linked in Baudrillard's theory… 3270 x 2160 px / 4k mp4 / 1 min / 60,3 Mo / 6 frames 1/1 collection 23/50 #simulacra a subrealist reread based on the masterpiece by : Pieter Codde - Merry Company with Masked Dancers - 1636 Original works On view at : Mauritshuis, Den Haag, Pays-Bas

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