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What is Japanese papier mache?
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Japanese papier mache is an art form that involves applying strips of paper over wood or clay known as hariko in Japanese. Once the artwork is dry and hard, the artist paints it by hand. In Japan, artisans use hariko to produce dolls, toys and sculptures. Find a range of Japanese papier mache on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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19th Century Antique Distressed Lidded Box, Chinese Paper Mache
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century Antique Distressed Lidded Box, Chinese Paper Mache.
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Materials
Paper
Pair of Antique Chinese Paper Mache Bottle Coasters with Gilt Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
The coasters are composed of paper mache with a ebonized finish and decorated with figures done in gilt.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Barware
Materials
Paper
Stunning Antique Chinese Warrior Mother of Pearl Inliad Paper Mache Dinner Tray
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this absolutely exquisite circa 1880 Chinese Export warrior paper mache mother of pearl inlaid dinner serving tray
A lovely decorative piece, based on t...
Category
Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese Export Platters and Serveware
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Paper
Chinese Export, Papier Mâché Planter
Located in Tampa, FL
A small Chinese export, papier mâché planter or dish with a gold flower design. It is circa early 19th century.
Category
Antique 1820s Chinese Decorative Bowls
Materials
Paper
Circa 1850 Chinese Export Papier Mache Footed Tray
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1850 Chinese export papier mache footed tray. Exquisitely hand painted & gilded. Minor rubbing & darkening commensurate with age, material & use.
11 3/8" dia., 1.75" h.
We are...
Category
Antique 1850s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Paint, Paper
Mid-Century Pair of Oversized Papier Maché Chinese Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of oversized Chinese vases crafted from papier-mâché, featuring elegant reliefs of pheasants and floral motifs. The vases display a classic, mid-century style, with intricate de...
Category
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Materials
Wood, Paper
