Vintage New Mexico Papier-Mâché Folk Art Woman Figurine
Vintage New Mexico Papier-Mâché Folk Art Woman Figurine
She has the outfit, the hat, and the expression of someone who will not be taking questions.
This vintage Southwestern folk-art figure depicts a woman dressed in a wide-brimmed orange hat, patterned shawl, and full ochre skirt. Her rosy cheeks, enormous lashes, long sculpted braid, and hand-painted floral details give her an abundance of personality from every angle.
Formed and painted by hand from papier-mâché, she has a lightweight, wonderfully imperfect construction typical of traditional folk craft. The underside is hand-marked “Nuevo Mexico.”
This piece shows considerable age and wear, including cracking, crazing, paint loss, abrasions, edge losses, and deterioration around the underside and hat brim. She remains stable for display, and her imperfections have been factored into the price. Please review all photos closely.
Details:
- Vintage Southwestern folk-art figurine
- Hand-formed and hand-painted papier-mâché
- Woman in a traditional-style hat, shawl, and skirt
- Sculpted braid and floral decoration
- Hand-marked “Nuevo Mexico” on the underside
- Lightweight, freestanding construction
Dimensions
Height: 6 in
Width: 3.5 in
Depth: 2.5 in
A Note on Buying Vintage
At Next of Kin Collective, each piece is thoughtfully sourced and selected for its character, history, and beauty. Vintage and antique items are rarely in perfect condition—and that’s part of what makes them special. Subtle wear, patina, and signs of age are not flaws, but markers of a life well lived.
We do our best to accurately represent each item through detailed descriptions and photographs, noting any significant imperfections. We encourage you to review all images and descriptions carefully before purchasing.
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