Illusion of the Week: The World Illusion
By Susana Martinez-Conde
This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American
Ed.note: This blog originally appeared atSleights of Mind blog.
"The world is but an illusion" -- Buddha
Wednesday is Illusion Day. Every Wednesday, we feature a contemporary illusion, or a variation on a classic illusion.
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This week's pick is a wonderful example of anamorphic art, by French artist François Abélanet.
Anamorphic illusions only work from a particular vantage point. Check out our Scientific American Mind slide show on impossible sculptures, for 3D renditions of impossible figures and other illusions that depend on a specific viewing angle.
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