Cartonería or papier-mâché sculptures are a traditional handcraft in Mexico. The papier-mâché works are also called "carton piedra" for the rigidness of the final product. These sculptures today are g
Burning of Judas early 20th century
Cartonería doll from second half of 20th century
Cartonería doll and decorated cartonería skull
Giant alebrije being painted at the Fábrica de Artes y Oficios Oriente center in Mexico City
Traditional Mexican handcrafted toys are those made by artisans rather than manufactured in factories. The history of Mexican toys extends as far back as the Mesoamerican era, but many of the toys dat
Display of wood toys at the Museo de las Culturas Populares de Chiapas in San Cristobal de las Casas
Cartonería/paper mache horses