History of Paper Craft and Origami

What significant development in papermaking occurred in the 18th century?

During which period did origami start to gain widespread popularity in Japan?

Which of the following is considered the oldest known written document about Japanese origami?

What was a practical use of origami during the samurai society period in Japan?

Which court official is credited with the invention of paper during the second century BCE?

Which material was primarily used for making paper before the 19th century?

What notable change in the creation of origami occurred as mass-produced paper became available?

Which modern figure is known as the father of modern origami?

In what year did paper first begin to be made in Baghdad?

What form of decoration involving folded paper is still seen today originating from origami?

Paper Craft History

Paper invented in 2nd century BCE in China by a court official.
Paper spread westward, reaching Central Asia in 751 CE.
Papermaking established in Baghdad in 793 CE, coinciding with the Islamic Golden Age.
Papermaking spread further west, with mills appearing in Europe by the 14th century.
Increased demand for paper with the invention of printing in the 1450s.
Linen and cotton rags used in papermaking until 18th century.
Wood pulp became a papermaking material in early 19th century.

Origami History

Papermaking introduced to Japan from China in early 7th century.
Washi, a unique Japanese paper, spurred cultural creativity, including origami.
Origami's exact origins in Japan are unclear.
Samurai society's structured lifestyle influenced the practical and formal use of paper folding.
Origami's prevalence declined after the Showa period (1926-1989), but remnants remain in noshi.
Origami for enjoyment and practical use (e.g., crane, boat) emerged around the Edo Period (1600-1868).
Mass-produced, inexpensive paper from the Edo period made origami more accessible.
Crane and boat origami designs became fashionable during the Genroku era (1688-1704), appearing in Ukiyoe prints.
Origami gained widespread popularity during the Genroku era.
Specialized origami books and printed materials emerged about a century later, advancing the craft.
Senbazuru Orikata ("How to Fold One Thousand Crane," 1779) is early origami instructional text.
"Models" introduced in 20th century, marking a modern origami approach.
Uchinaya Koko is considered the father of modern origami, an early patenter of models
The International Origami Circle was established in the 1950s-1960s by a group of individuals.

Explore the fascinating journey of paper crafting from its invention in China to its spread across the world. Delve into the history of origami in Japan, its cultural significance, and how it evolved over the centuries. This quiz covers key milestones in papermaking and the art of folding paper into intricate designs.