efterlikningar
Efterlikningar, the Swedish term for imitation, denotes imitations or replicas across domains, including natural mimicry, artistic practice, and commercial copies. The concept covers faithful reproductions as well as transformative renditions, and it is not inherently linked to deception; context and intention determine its meaning.
In nature, imitation is a survival strategy. Organisms mimic other species or environmental features to avoid
In arts and culture, imitation is a central technique and topic. Artists imitate or reinterpret earlier styles,
In commerce, efterlikningar include replicas and reproductions of products or artworks. Legal distinctions matter: legitimate reproductions
Historically, theories of imitation trace back to classical philosophy, notably mimesis as a description of art
See also: imitation, replica, mimesis, parody, copyright, counterfeit.