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 Zebra

Signed Mexican Jewelry

Zebra Brooch

Sergio Bustamante Brooch

Zebra Vintage

Carnival Head

Zebra Statue

Vintage Zebra Paper Mache and Leather Sculpture 30cm

$177Sale Price

H 11.82 in W 12.21 in D 4.34 in

Vintage Zebra Paper Mache and Leather Sculpture 30cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

A charming vintage zebra statue made of papier-mâché, covered with leather and hand-painted, circa 1960s. In good vintage condition, with minor signs of wear and age consistent with...

Vintage 1960s European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather, Paper

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Vintage Sergio Bustamante Designer Signed Enamel Zebra Silver Pendant Brooch

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Vintage Sergio Bustamante Designer Signed Enamel Zebra Silver Pendant Brooch

By Sergio Bustamante

Located in Montreal, QC

Featuring a Lacquered Paper Mache Zebra Head Sculpture Brooch Pendant.

Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Zebra Amusement Park Mask circa 1930s

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H 19 in W 18 in D 12 in

Vintage Zebra Amusement Park Mask circa 1930s

Located in Portland, OR

This piece of amusement park history comes to us as part of a collection of 20 carnival mascot heads. Hand crafted from paper mache, leather and imagination, this Zebra is also compr...

Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Masks

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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.