Difference between revisions of "Papier mache"
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A composite product made from pulped [[paper]] or textiles, then mixed with [[calcium carbonate]] and [[glue]] or [[ | + | A composite product made from pulped [[paper]] or textiles, then mixed with [[calcium carbonate]] and [[glue]], [[starch]] or [[linseed oil]]. Papier-mâché is thought to have been initially used in China during the Han dynasty to make warrior helmets and ceremonial masks. Since then objects painted to imitate [[wood]], [[stone]], or [[metal]] have been found including coffins, boxes, trays, shields, armor, and animals. This inexpensive method was used also used for interior building decoration as well as arts and craft activities. Large pieces were sometimes formed around chicken wire or balloons. |
==Synonyms and Related Terms== | ==Synonyms and Related Terms== | ||
Revision as of 13:57, 13 October 2023
Description
A composite product made from pulped Paper or textiles, then mixed with Calcium carbonate and Glue, Starch or Linseed oil. Papier-mâché is thought to have been initially used in China during the Han dynasty to make warrior helmets and ceremonial masks. Since then objects painted to imitate Wood, Stone, or Metal have been found including coffins, boxes, trays, shields, armor, and animals. This inexpensive method was used also used for interior building decoration as well as arts and craft activities. Large pieces were sometimes formed around chicken wire or balloons.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Papier-mâché; Paper mache; carton-pierre
Resources and Citations
- Wikipedia: Papier-mâché