Papel picado is a Latino traditional decorative art of paper-cutting. Photo: Freepik
Mention paper-cutting and many people would probably think of the Chinese traditional art of red paper-cutting. However, the art form can be found in various cultures and countries, ranging from Japan to Poland.
Chinese paper-cutting originated from the Han Dynasty (206BC-220AD). The Chinese first used these intricately patterned artwork during festivals to decorate gates and windows. The delicate handmade cutouts always symbolise luck, good fortune and happiness.
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