Pop-Up Origamic Architecture - 1984

"After trying for some time to design original greeting cards, I finally designed some unique pop-up cards by folding and cutting paper. These cards were so popular among my friends and now I would like to introduce them to you in this lovely book. When you open one of these folded postcard constructions, there is wondrous movement and a structure arises which is so interesting and fascinating that it captures your attention. The dreamy scene created by light and shadow invites you to a fantasy world. Please try to make these unique cards by yourself by reproducing and developing shapes and spaces within folded paper twice as big as a postcard. There are limitless possibilities in this art. Should you fail, do not give up. Remember that failure is the best teacher..." - Pop-Up Origamic Architecture - Masahiro Chatani Published 1984, Ondarisha Publishers, Tokyo. Softcover. Approx. 7x10in. 87pp. In good vintage condition. "A hobbyist's dream and a great gift, here's an enchanting world of paper pop-ups -- the most novel origami book in years..." For the serious origamist in your life!