How was paper mache discovered and developed in Mexico?

Paper mache has its roots in China, with the inventors of paper itself. It then became popular in Europe, and it was through the Spaniards that paper mache entered Mexico. In Mexico, cartoneria or paper-mache sculptures are a traditional craft that goes back to the colonial period when the Spanish brought the art overseas. Shop a range of antique and modern paper mache on 1stDibs.

Paper Mache Moon

Sergio Bustamante Bronze

Copper Printing Plate

Stage Prop

Moon Globe

Stay Safe 2020 - 2

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in a wood frame or An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon

Category

2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Newsprint, Paper, Magazine Paper, Paint, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Stay Safe 2020 - 2, 2020

H 18 in W 17 in

Bawana

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Newsprint, Paper, Magazine Paper, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Bawana, 2013

H 36 in W 48 in D 5 in

Little House 4

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper, Newsprint, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Little House 4, 2021

H 4.75 in W 4.75 in D 1.5 in

Little House 2

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper, Newsprint, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Little House 2, 2021

H 4.75 in W 4.75 in D 1.5 in

Little House 3

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper, Newsprint, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Little House 3, 2021

H 6 in W 6 in D 1.5 in

Little House 5

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper, Newsprint, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Little House 5, 2021

H 6 in W 6 in D 1.5 in

Little House 1

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper, Newsprint, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Little House 1, 2021

H 6 in W 6 in D 1.5 in

The City Island

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Newsprint, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
The City Island, 2017

H 30 in W 30 in D 5 in

Wind From The Village

Located in New York, NY

Newpaper on canvas 3D-collage set in An Acrylic Box In the hands of Yeji Moon, ordinary materials

Category

2010s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Newsprint, Magazine Paper, Papier Mâché

Yeji Moon
Wind From The Village, 2016

H 48 in W 48 in D 5 in

Recent Sales

1920s 'Man In The Moon' Papier Mâché Stage Prop

Located in Hastings, GB

1920s 'Man In The Moon' Papier mâché Prop. Theatre / stage prop. Handmade and finished with

Category

Vintage 1920s British Arts and Crafts Carnival Art

Materials

Paper

1920s 'Man In The Moon' Papier Mâché Stage Prop

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Vintage Sergio Bustamante Papier Mâché Moon Sculpture 86/100

By Sergio Bustamante

Located in Dayton, OH

Sergio Bustamante papier mâché moon sculpture. Sergio is a Mexican sculptor best known for his

Category

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Paint, Paper

Vintage Sergio Bustamante Papier Mâché Moon Sculpture 86/100

H 35 in W 32 in D 9 in

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Paper Mache Moon For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate paper mache moon for your needs in our varied inventory. Making the right choice when shopping for a paper mache moon may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right paper mache moon is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray and brown. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in paper, papier mâché and magazine paper can add an especially memorable touch.

How Much is a Paper Mache Moon?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a paper mache moon in our inventory may begin at $240 and can go as high as $7,000, while the average can fetch as much as $375.

Questions About Paper Mache Moon

How was paper mache discovered and developed in Mexico?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Paper mache has its roots in China, with the inventors of paper itself. It then became popular in Europe, and it was through the Spaniards that paper mache entered Mexico. In Mexico, cartoneria or paper-mache sculptures are a traditional craft that goes back to the colonial period when the Spanish brought the art overseas. Shop a range of antique and modern paper mache on 1stDibs.