' In principle a work of art has always been reproducible. Man-made artefacts could always be imitated by men. Replicas were made by pupils in practice of their craft, by masters for diffusing their works, and , finally, by third parties in the pursuit of gain.mechanical reproduction of a work of art, however, represents something new.'
Benjamin. W, Illuminations, 1992 Ch The work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction, first published 1936
Discuss this critically with reference to the chapter and current issues facing the artist and designer as producer. Post any images, works or current online articles that link to the discussion.
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