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SUMMARY:Digital Lunch Seminar Series: Japanese Paper Clothing
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DESCRIPTION:Digital Lunch Seminar Series\n
Japanese Paper Clothing
Eike Grossmann and Agnieszka Helman-Ważny \n
Japanese washi—a paper celebrated for its unmatched strength, durability, and versatility—transcends its conventional role as a writing surface. Far more than writing surface, washi has been ingeniously adapted into sliding doors (shōji), umbrellas, lampshades, toys, and even clothing, blending aesthetic elegance with remarkable functionality.\n
In our talk, we turn the spotlight on washi’s most unexpected application: the crafting of garments. While paper may seem an unlikely material for clothing, Japanese artisans have perfected techniques to transform it into wearable art—lightweight yet resilient, insulating against cold, and even water-repellent. But the story doesn’t end there. These paper garments often evolve into written artifacts, layered with ritual symbolism, history, and multiple meanings—some of which we’ll explore through visual examples. We will discuss how washi bridges traditional craftsmanship, innovative technology, and cultural expression, proving that paper can be far more than meets the eye when explored by scientific methods.\n
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