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 Tiger

Sergio Bustamante Signed

Tiger Carving

Folk Art Tiger

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Paper Mache Tiger

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H 17 in W 20 in D 12 in

Paper Mache Tiger

Located in Middleburg, VA

We love having this handsome tiger watch over us. Hand-crafted out of paper mache by British

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2010s English Wall-mounted Sculptures

Japanese Folk Art Paper Mâché Tiger with Bobble Head

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H 8 in W 11 in D 4 in

Japanese Folk Art Paper Mâché Tiger with Bobble Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Japanese papier mâché lion is an empeccable display of stunning Japanese Folk Art. The vibrant

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20th Century Japanese Toys

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Paper

Carnival Or Circus Glass Eyed Tiger Head

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H 15.5 in W 12 in D 16 in

Carnival Or Circus Glass Eyed Tiger Head

Located in Santa Monica, CA

This paper mache tiger head from the 1920's features glass eyes and a fantastic vibrant original

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Early 20th Century American Carnival Art

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Papier Mâché, Paper

Unique Signed Large White Siberian Tiger Head Made of Paper Mache

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H 32 in W 23 in D 14 in

Unique Signed Large White Siberian Tiger Head Made of Paper Mache

By Sergio Bustamante

Located in San Diego, CA

One of a kind piece! Large white Siberian tiger head made of papier mâché and hand-painted. The

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Jeanne Valentine S.A. Tiger Mid-Century Modern Papier-Mache Sculpture 1960s

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H 35 in W 32 in D 31 in

Jeanne Valentine S.A. Tiger Mid-Century Modern Papier-Mache Sculpture 1960s

By Jeanne Valentine

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A mid-century modern papier mache sculpture depicting an endearing and delightful tiger by French

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Vintage 1960s French Animal Sculptures

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Paper

Large Vintage Papier-Mâché Tiger Sculpture, Folk Art Style, 1970s – Hand-Painted

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H 22.45 in W 39.38 in D 9.85 in

Large Vintage Papier-Mâché Tiger Sculpture, Folk Art Style, 1970s – Hand-Painted

Located in BARCELONA, ES

A striking and whimsical large vintage papier-mâché tiger sculpture, crafted circa 1970s in a bold

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Paper

Japanese Vintage small white paper tiger Hariko papier-mache wabi sabi mingei

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H 6.3 in W 7.09 in D 3.75 in

Japanese Vintage small white paper tiger Hariko papier-mache wabi sabi mingei

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Japanese Vintage papier-mache / paper doll of White tiger, "Hariko no Tora" in Japanese - one of

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Late 20th Century Japanese Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Paper

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Questions About Paper Mache Tiger

How was paper mache discovered and developed in Mexico?
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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.