05 - 07 - 2009


PAPER CUTS
Horniman Museum, London, England

'Wycinanki' or paper cuts are a traditional Polish folk art. They first appeared in the 19th century, when they decorated the inside walls of rural homes. New paper cuts were put up every year at Easter. 

They are made exclusively by women, who use sheep-shearing scissors to cut out the detailed designs. 








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