Sunday, April 11, 2010

Jam Gadang Papercraft

Jam Gadang Clocktower
First paper model from a collaboration between Rumah Inspirasi and Paper Replika in releasing paper model about Indonesian landmark and culture. Jam Gadang (literally "Massive Clock") is a clocktower and major landmark  of the city of Bukittinggi, West Sumatra, Indonesia. It is located in the centre of the city, near the the main market, Pasar Atas, and is a tourist attraction. The structure was build in 1926 during the Dutch  colonial era, as a gift from the Queen to city's controleur. It was designed by architects Yazin and Sutan Gigi Ameh. Originally a rooster figure was placed on the apex, but it was changed into a Jinja-like ornament during the Japanese occupation of Indonesia. Following Indonesian independence, it was reshaped to its present form resembling traditional Minangkabaun roofs (see Rumah gadang). It is said to have cost 3,000 Guilder. [Wikipedia]

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