Personally, I agree with Benjamin and I think that seeing a work of art in its original form holds more value than seeing a reproduction of the piece. There is just something captivating about seeing an original piece of artwork that makes it unique and very different from observing a reproduction. The context and setting where the artwork is displayed and viewed probably has an effect on that feeling as well.
However, I would agree with Charlie in that modern technology’s ability to reproduce a painting like the Mona Lisa creates a unique “aura” that allows people to experience art in an entirely different way. A reproduction allows the work to become almost immortal as it can be continuously reprinted and shared throughout time even if the original fades away or changes from its original state. Reproductions allow artwork to be shared around the world and allows for better communication between artists in general.
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