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Case no. 11

"So more than a substance, plastic is the very idea of its infinite transformation."

Roland Barthes, (b1915 - d1980), philosopher

 

Is there any material that plastics cannot imitate?

Front view of a pair of Benson and Ashley sunglasses showing the round lenses.
Front view of a synthetic fur scarf showing the scarf draped over one shoulder of a mannequin.
Side view of a magnifying glass showing the extended handle.
Side view of a beaker showing the dimpled design.
Front view of a napkin showing the square shape.
Front view of a hat showing the beret shape.
Front view of a roof slate showing the shape of the panel.
Front view of a plate showing the printed decoration.
Top view showing a set of cutlery showing a fork, spoon, and knife.
Top view of a set of plates showing the printed ants.
Side view of a pencil case showing the rectangular shape.
Front view of a brooch showing the hanging elephants.

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Is there any material that plastics cannot imitate?

 

We do not know yet. Sylvia

 

Organic matter. Oscar

 

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