Monday, September 20, 2010

A Look at the Art of Napery

I recently saw a feature about this old art of paper-folding similar to the origami. A man who goes by the name Joan Sillas, (yes he's a he) has revived the art of "napery"* and has created sculptures using the technique. According to the interview, this form of paper-folding has been around since the 14th century and perhaps the most known form is the fan.

(*Perhaps a fusion of "napkin" and "drapery" as it was used as decorations for banquets during the Middle Ages)

Here's a look at the interview with Joan Sillas.

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