Description: Vintage Mexican Paper Mache Figure Female Peasant Bahios HuatulcoPapier-Mâché Folk Art 15 1/2 inch tall Great vintage condition - This papier-mâché sculpture of a female old peasant who carries a large bowl is richly detailed and beautifully hand-colored. Cartonería or papier-mâché sculpture is a traditional handcraft in Mexico. The papier-mâché works are also called "carton piedra" (rock cardboard) for the rigidness of the final product. These sculptures today are generally made for certain yearly celebrations, especially for the Burning of Judas during Holy Week and various decorative items for Day of the Dead. However, they also include piñatas, mojigangas, masks, dolls and more made for various other occasions. There is also a significant market for collectors as well. Papier-mâché was introduced into Mexico during the colonial period, originally to make items for church. Since then, the craft has developed, especially in central Mexico. In the 20th century, the creation of works by Mexico City artisans Pedro Linares and Carmen Caballo Sevilla were recognized as works of art with patrons such as Diego Rivera. The craft has become less popular with more recent generations, but various government and cultural institutions work to preserve it. Please examine the pictures carefully to help you determine the condition for yourself as the photos are part of the description. Please Zoom in and ask any questions BEFORE purchasing. Thanks in Advance. About us:We value our 100% positive feedback and do the absolute best we can to describe the items accurately and to document obvious imperfections so that we can continue to get great ratings. However, a used item is a just that - a used item. Whether it be artwork, china toys, or clothing - there will always be imperfections. For instance, if a porcelain tea pot have crazing on the bottom - we'd point it out and photograph it. If it has faded colors - we'll let you know. But if a hand blown vase has bubbles - it might not be noted or seen in the photos. Obvious, yes, but still, we'd like to have it said so that we are on the same page in terms of expectations. We also aim to package your items in a careful manner for secure shipments. A note on shipping: The offered shipping price (if not calculated) is based on the lower 48 States. For Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and overseas - please contact us prior to buying for a revised shipping estimate. We're happy to answer any questions you might have about the above item(s). For more info, photos, etc. please contact us. We aim to respond within 24 hours. Thanks for taking the time to visit us today - we look forward to service you whenever possible. Ruby.
Price: 24 USD
Location: Marietta, Georgia
End Time: 2024-12-25T00:46:05.000Z
Shipping Cost: 14.45 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Featured Refinements: Vintage Mexican Folk Art
Handmade: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
Culture: Mexican
