A Constellation of Origami Polyhedra (Dover Origami Papercraft)

In this fascinating guide for paperfolders, origami expert John Montroll provides simple directions and clearly detailed diagrams for creating amazing polyhedral. Step-by-step instructions show how to create 34 different models. Grouped according to level of difficulty, the models range from the simple Triangular Diamond and the Pyramid, to the most complex Icosahedron and the highly challenging Dimpled Snub Cube and the magnificent Stella Octangula. A challenge to devotees of the ancient Japanese art of paperfolding, these multifaceted marvels will also appeal to students and anyone interested in geometrical configurations. Symbols Basic Folds Symmetry & Reference Finder Pyramids Fortress Pyramid Mountain Tower Monument Needle Deltahedra Tetrahedron Triangular Dipyramid Octahedron Pentagonal Dipyramid Dodecadeltahedron Triaugumented Triangular Prism Gyroelongated Square Dipyramid Icosahedron Dypyramids Square Dipramid Pentagonal Dipyramid Hexagonal Dipyramid Heptagonal Dipyramid Octagonal Dipyramid Antidiamonds and Dual Wide Triangular Trapezohedron Medium Triangular Trapezohedron Thin Triangular Antidiamond Square Antiprism Square Trapezohedron Square Trapezohedron in a Sphere Sunken Shapes Dimpled Truncated Octahedron Dimpled Great Rhombicuboctahedron Dimpled Snub Cube Sunken Cuboctahedron Stars Stellated octahedron Omega Star Jackstone Stella Octangula Gamma Star

from The Simple Triangular Diamond And The Tower To The More Advanced Cuboctahedron And The Magnificent Stella Octangular, 30 Multifaceted Marvels Will Not Only Challenge Devotees Of The Ancient Japanese Art Of Paperfolding But Will Also Appeal To Students And Others Interested In Math And Geometry.

Throughout the ages, polyhedra have inspired several cultures with their beauty and mystery. Diagrams and step-by-step instructions for creating 34 different models.