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Was furniture made out of papier mâché?
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Yes. Although it may be hard to believe, furniture was indeed made out of papier mâché. Popular in Victorian-era times, the technique was patented in England in 1772 by Henry Clay. You can shop a variety of papier mâché furniture styles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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English Victorian Papier Mache Box
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian papier mache pearl inlaid box with scalloped and floral painted top.
Category
20th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
English Victorian Papier Mache Box
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian papier mache pearl inlaid rectangular shaped box with oval shaped center.
Category
20th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
English Victorian Papier-Mache Inkwell
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian papier mache rectangular inkwell with gold stenciled and floral painted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Inkwells
Materials
Gold
English Victorian Papier Mache Etagere
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian papier mache pearl inlaid black lacquered 3 tier etagere with oval mirror and 2
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Lacquer
English Victorian Papier Mache Étagère
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian Papier mache pearl inlaid black lacquered 3 tier etagere with oval mirror and 2
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
Victorian Papier Mache Tray Table
Located in Essex, MA
Scalloped shape reddish brown tray with vibrant floral design, later faux bamboo base. Provenance; Estate of John Volk. Noted Palm Beach architect.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Tray Tables
Materials
Wood
