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Waterbomb Tessellation

Waterbomb Tessellation

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NameWaterbomb Tessellation
Model NameWaterbomb Tessellation
Creator / DesignerEric Gjerde
Year Created2008
Difficulty (1-10)8
Estimated Steps150
Folding Styletessellation
Base Formwaterbomb-base
Recommended Papertant
Recommended Paper Size30cm x 30cm
Number of Sheets1
Primary Subjectgeometric
Tagstessellation, geometric, waterbomb, rhombus, pattern, origami art
Diagram SourceEric Gjerde's Origami Tessellations

Description

This intricate origami tessellation features a repeating pattern of collapsed waterbomb bases, forming a grid of rhombuses and pyramids. The design creates a captivating interplay of light and shadow through its raised and sunken geometric forms across a single sheet of paper.

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