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n. Philosophy The doctrine that the material world is an immaterial product of the senses.

n. The use of illusionary techniques and devices in art or decoration.

n. The performance of magical tricks.

n. The theory of dealing with illusions.

n. The doctrine that the material world is an illusion.

n. The use of illusionary effects in sculpture and art.

"The question of illusionism is explored, largely through an examination of the periodical reviews, such as Lady Morgan's, with their subtle emphasis on questions of memory, personal history and place — in short, on private subjectivity — in the face of fragmentation, dislocation, and distraction which were obvious features of the popular, mass viewing experience."

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