Behind the Design

Artistry of Mexican Paper Mache

October 27, 2018

La Fuente Imports, in cooperation with Master Artisans of Mexico, are proud to present the newest addition to our Mexican Folk Art offerings. Within our online marketplace you will see a stunning, lively array of handcrafted Paper Mache figurines, the likes of which are ideal for decorating the walls of your home with a remarkable splash of South-of-the-Border sunshine.

Cartonería or Papier Mâché sculptures are 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.

As a young married couple, Luis and Rosa Jimenez had a vision. They wanted to create richly colored, vibrant and unique artwork of superior quality. Their dream came to fruition 3 years ago when they opened their retail shop in the Mexican state of Jalisco.

While Rosa tends their small retail shop on the main street of their Mexican village, Luis is busy creating new designs and overseeing production in their 5-person factory. Each piece of unique and original artwork is hand formed: no machines are used in the production. No two pieces are exactly alike, as they are all hand painted, then signed by the artisan who created them. You can't call your folk art collection complete until you claim one of these creations for your own!

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Paper Mache Art

Blue Macaw on Perch

Blue Macaw on Perch

Item Number: PM471
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$159.00 - $249.00
Toucan on Perch

Toucan on Perch

Item Number: PM390
23"L x 12"W x 17"H

(4)
$119.00
Red Macaw on Perch

Red Macaw on Perch

Item Number: PM345
17"L x 6"W x 29"H

 
$159.00
Paper Mache Sun
20% OFF

Paper Mache Sun

Item Number: PM349
10 1/2" Diameter x 2 1/2"D

(1)
Sale $39.96
Reg. $49.95
Green Macaw on Perch
20% OFF

Green Macaw on Perch

Item Number: PM347
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(3)
Sale $95.20 - $199.20
Reg. $119.00 - $249.00
Paper Mache Eclipse
20% OFF

Paper Mache Eclipse

Item Number: PM348
11"W x 13"H x 3"D

 
Sale $55.96
Reg. $69.95
Standing Flamingow/ Glossy Finish
20% OFF

Standing Flamingo
w/ Glossy Finish

Item Number: PM480
View Sizes and Prices

(1)
Sale $31.96 - $63.96
Reg. $39.95 - $79.95
Banner Fish
20% OFF

Banner Fish

Item Number: PM376
7"L x 6 1/2"H

 
Sale $11.96
Reg. $14.95
Crouching Flamingow/ Glossy Finish
20% OFF

Crouching Flamingo
w/ Glossy Finish

Item Number: PM490
24"L x 8 3/4"W x 28 3/4"H

 
Sale $63.96
Reg. $79.95
Butterfly Fish # 1
20% OFF

Butterfly Fish # 1

Item Number: PM364
17"L x 10"H

 
Sale $23.96
Reg. $29.95
Trigger Fish
20% OFF

Trigger Fish

Item Number: PM375
16"L x 8 1/2"H

(1)
Sale $30.36
Reg. $37.95
Butterfly Fish # 2
20% OFF

Butterfly Fish # 2

Item Number: PM380
View Sizes and Prices

(2)
Sale $19.96 - $30.36
Reg. $24.95 - $37.95

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