Description
Molded or shaped three-dimensional objects made from paper fibers. Papier mâché is composed of paper pulp, adhesives (starch, dextrin, resin, or glue) and fillers (clay, gypsum, or silica). Early boards and objects were made from multilayered paper in China, Tibet, and Persia. By the 18th century, papier mâché was popularly used as architectural decorative elements for ceilings and picture frames in England and Europe. Once dried, papier mâché was generally waterproofed with a thin layer of oil, then coated with gesso, bole, and gilding. Papier mâché was also used for light articles such as dolls, figurines, furniture trays, and snuff boxes. Contemporary papier mâché has also been made with laminated strips of paper using an adhesive such as flour paste, starch, or glue. Once dry the surface is sometimes sanded, painted and/or varnished.
Synonyms and Related Terms
papier mache; paper mache; papier machie; chewed paper; flong; pasteboard; papier mouille (Fr.); molded paper
Additional Information
° J. Thornton, "The History, Technology and Conservation of Architectural Papier Mache" JAIC 32:165-176, 1993.
° D.Van Der Reyden, D.Williams, "The Technology and Conservation Treatment of a 19th-century English 'papier-mâché' Chair" AIC Preprints, Chicago, 1986 pp. 125-142.
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