Bascetta Star Stellated Icosahedron
Image: Ancella Simoes from Atlanta (CC BY 2.0)
NameBascetta Star Stellated Icosahedron
Model NameBascetta Star Stellated Icosahedron
Creator / DesignerPaolo Bascetta
Difficulty (1-10)7
Estimated Steps300
Folding Stylemodular
Base Formcustom
Recommended Paperfoil
Recommended Paper Size8 inches x 8 inches
Number of Sheets30
Primary Subjectgeometric
Tagsmodular, star, geometric, stellated icosahedron, christmas decoration, polyhedron
Diagram Sourceorigamiancy.com/2010/12/stellated-icosahedron-design-by-paolo-bascetta/
Description
This is a complex modular origami star, known as the Bascetta Star, constructed from 30 individual paper units. It forms a stellated icosahedron with numerous sharp points and intricate facets, creating a striking three-dimensional geometric form. The model is folded from silver foil wrapping paper, giving it a festive, reflective appearance.
