2-Manifold Sculptures

Year: 2015 Authors: Carlo H. Séquin

Core claim

Practical reconstruction from images and models can determine the topological family of 2-manifold sculptures and reveal unexpected equivalences.

Topics

surface topology, sculpture analysis, homeomorphism, 3D reconstruction

Domains

topology, surface classification theorem, genus, orientability, sculpture, abstract art, computational art analysis, form study

Methods

image-based reconstruction, paper modeling, Photoshop enhancement, parameterized computer model

Media

paper strips, clay, pipe-cleaners, styrofoam

Source status

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