Description
Dr. Philip Shen (b. June 17, 1931- d. August 5, 2004) was Professor of Religion and Philosophy and Dean of the University
of Hong Kong (China). Dr. Shen worked as the consultant of the Chinese (HK) Origami Society since 1991. His origami work was
exhibited in the United Kingdom, United States, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore. He also wrote and taught on the subject.
The Philip Shen collection contains artistic works, clippings, diaries, correspondence, and audio/visual material. Records
include research notes and instruction materials from his employment at the University of Hong Kong. A large portion of the
collection consists of Dr. Shen's origami and related writings.