What is Japanese papier mache?

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.

Papier Mache Cherub

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Pair of Papier Mâché Cherubs on Iron Bases

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H 23 in W 16 in D 8 in

Pair of Papier Mâché Cherubs on Iron Bases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of papier mâché (Papier-mâché French for "chewed paper", is a composite consisting of paper

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Baroque More Furniture and Collectibles

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Gesso, Paper

Late 19th Century Pair of Papier Mâché Lobed Plates or Dishes with Cherub Design

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H 0.82 in Dm 6.75 in

Late 19th Century Pair of Papier Mâché Lobed Plates or Dishes with Cherub Design

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very decorative pair of dishes or plates made from papier mâché, attributed to France

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Antique Late 19th Century French Classical Greek Decorative Dishes and V...

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Paper

Carved gilt mirror

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H 30 in W 22 in

Carved gilt mirror

Located in Houston, TX

Antique Italian carved gilt frame and mirror with papier mache cherub head at top

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Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood, Papier Mâché

A PAIR OF PAPIER-MACHE' AND WOOD CHERUB SCONCES

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H 32 in W 20 in D 14 in

A PAIR OF PAPIER-MACHE' AND WOOD CHERUB SCONCES

Located in Hudson, NY

A PAIR OF PAPIER-MACHE' AND WOOD CHERUBS SCONCES, PAINTED AND DISTRESSED, NEWLY WIRE. ORIGINALLY

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Early 20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

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What is Japanese papier mache?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.