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PrintCollection Name: Drachen Foundation Collection
Collection Number: 2372
Post Type: Book
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Artist or Author: Philippe Gallot
Creation Year: 1990
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ISBN: 0-85219-807-8 Language: English Description: The ancient Oriental sport of kite fighting survives today and can be seen at many major Western kite festivals. Fighter kites tend to be smaller than conventional kites, yet are brightly coloured, imaginatively designed and often unusual in shape. Opponents aim to 'cut' each others' kites free by using abrasive kite line, and the skills and tactics used in fights create a dazzling and fascinating display.
The author, himself a renowned fighter kite maker and flier, here gives a complete guide to construction and design. Chapters on tools, materials and building techniques are followed by a step-by-step pictorial guide to building a basic kite. Information on flying skills, spools, bridles and kite line precede complete instructions for building 29 different designs, including Japanese and traditional Indian models as well as those the author has designed himself. Clear, exact diagrams are given for each. Final chapters cover building a kite box to protect finished models, and suggestions for kite games, including some indoor versions.
Philippe Gallot teaches at the International School of Paris. He is an internationally known fighter kite designer and competitor, and has written articles on fighters for several kite magazines.
96 pages
Geographic: France
Materials: Paper
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