Traditional poonah paper admired in modern societyMany people in Hanoi were thrilled when attending a cultural event called “Dó bay” or says “Drifting Poonah paper” held recently at a book house on Nguyen Thai Hoc street in the capital city. “As far as I know, poonah paper used to be commonly applied in daily life back to the past. At another corner, vibrant products from Zó project which also works on preserving and promoting poonah paper, and tools for making poonah paper also dazzle visitors. “So we combine traditional paintings, calligraphy and modern stuff made from poonah paper. “Many youngsters now even come to my place to learn more about the traditional paintings and poonah paper,” Oanh said.-VNA


Source:   VietNamNet News
April 25, 2018 11:15 UTC