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Floral Sugar Skull
Floral Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask from Mexico
Floral Sugar Skull, Floral Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask from Mexico
Morneo
Perfect for decorating your home during Halloween or Day of the Dead, this stunning sugar skull is created by Morneo, celebrating Mexican culture and heritage. This eco-friendly mask is crafted from... read more$227.99$170.99Artist: Morneo
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Jaguar Rising
Beaded Wixárika or Huichol Jaguar Head from Jalisco Mexico
Jaguar Rising, Beaded Wixárika or Huichol Jaguar Head from Jalisco Mexico
Miguel Díaz
This is a slightly more modern take on traditional Wixárika (Huichol) jaguar heads. Instead of base made from wood, the head is formed using the more ecologically-friendly cartonería, a hard papier... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Miguel Díaz
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Duality of the Gods
Authentic Huichol Hand Beaded Eagle Mask
Duality of the Gods, Authentic Huichol Hand Beaded Eagle Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
The world explodes and opens into a hypnotic path of blazing color and Huichol design. The spirit of Kawauyomaire the blue deer holds reign over peyote and eagle designs in the alternative reality... read more$187.99$169.19Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Dance of the Deer
Beadwork mask
Dance of the Deer, Beadwork mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Deer dance in a circle around a blazing peyote bud. Brother of the Huichol people, Kawuyomaire is a blue deer who travels the heavens as a guide and guardian. He can be heard by the shaman, or... read more$209.99$188.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Desert Sun
Beadwork mask
Desert Sun, Beadwork mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Glowing color defines Huichol icons on a black beadwork sun mask. Butterflies alternate with peyote blossoms on the fiery rays. On each cheek, bright birds encircle peyote. The sun himself appears on... read more$259.99$233.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Guardian Sun
Beadwork mask
Guardian Sun, Beadwork mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Glowing color defines Huichol icons on a black beadwork sun mask. Butterflies alternate with peyote blossoms on the fiery rays. On each cheek, white birds encircle peyote in bright starbursts. The sun... read more$284.99$256.49Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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The Moon's Healing Magic
Handcrafted Huichol Papier Mache Mask from Mexico
The Moon's Healing Magic, Handcrafted Huichol Papier Mache Mask from Mexico
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Six-sided peyote blossoms pose on the forehead of the moon herself. They guard the black spirals that represent yuawi – the curative power of the shaman. Joined by butterflies and white birds, they... read more$229.99$206.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Spirit of the Lily
Signed Handcrafted Modern Mexican Papier Mache Mask
Spirit of the Lily, Signed Handcrafted Modern Mexican Papier Mache Mask
Morneo
A serene human face takes shape in vibrant green, the color of new life. Painted by hand, three calla lilies bloom on the forehead. This evocative mask by Morneo is a modern interpretation of an... read more$207.99$155.99Artist: Morneo
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Inca Offering
Artisan Crafted Archaeological Masks from Peru (Set of 2)
Inca Offering, Artisan Crafted Archaeological Masks from Peru (Set of 2)
Jaime Zapata Espinoza
Traditionally worn for sacrificial rites, these Inca masks were considered as amulets to communicate with the apus (gods) and ask for their favor. Jaime Zapata handcrafts the masks from a combination... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Jaime Zapata Espinoza
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Messenger
Unique Mexican Hand Beaded Papier MacheHuichol Mask
Messenger, Unique Mexican Hand Beaded Papier MacheHuichol Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
A sunburst blazes on the forehead of an enigmatic personage. Considered the father of the Huichol people, the sun is accompanied by six-sided jicuri (peyote) buds on each cheek. Higinio Hernández... read more$194.99$175.49Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Frida Skull
Frida-Themed Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask from Mexico
Frida Skull, Frida-Themed Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask from Mexico
Morneo
Crafted from recycled papier mache, this striking skull mask is created by Mexican artisan Morneo. He diligently paints the grinning mask by hand, featuring the image of renowned Mexican artist Frida... read more$119.99$89.99Artist: Morneo
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Deer Shaman
Hand Crafted Huichol Multicolor Beaded Mask
Deer Shaman, Hand Crafted Huichol Multicolor Beaded Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
With a patience characteristic of the Huichol people, the hands of Higinio Hernandez have transformed tiny chaquira beads into beautiful and glossy motifs adhered to a papier-mâché base. The result is... read more$217.99$196.19Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Green Visage
Hand-Painted Recycled Papier Mache Mask in Green from Mexico
Green Visage, Hand-Painted Recycled Papier Mache Mask in Green from Mexico
Morneo
Resembling the face of a colonial-era figure, this mask is created by Morneo in Mexico. He works with recycled papier mache to create this mask, featuring a hand-painted design in hues of green and... read more$137.99$103.49Artist: Morneo
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Crowned Deer
Beadwork mask
Crowned Deer, Beadwork mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Beaded female mask on a papier maché backing by Higinio Hernandez, featuring a distinctive marra (Huichol for "deer") design on the crown. Patterns burst forth from the black background, the... read more$174.99$157.49Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Sweet Calavera
Recycled Papier Mache Calavera Mask from Mexico
Sweet Calavera, Recycled Papier Mache Calavera Mask from Mexico
Morneo
Mouth opened wide, a catrina calavera—a traditional satirical depiction of a wealthy Mexican woman—is the subject of this striking mask from Mexico. Morneo creates this eco-friendly mask, crafted from... read more$279.99$209.99Artist: Morneo
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Festive Tlaloc
Hand-Painted Recycled Papier Mache Mask from Mexico
Festive Tlaloc, Hand-Painted Recycled Papier Mache Mask from Mexico
Morneo
God of rain, water, lightning and agriculture, the ancient Aztec god Tlaloc is the subject of this stunning mask from Mexico. Morneo draws inspiration from Mexico's rich cultural heritage as he... read more$269.99$202.49Artist: Morneo
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Fiery Calavera
Fiery Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask from Mexico
Fiery Calavera, Fiery Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask from Mexico
Morneo
Crafted from recycled papier mache, this original skull mask is created by Mexican artisan Morneo. He diligently paints the grinning mask by hand, featuring fiery motifs in red, orange, and black.... read more$214.99$161.24Artist: Morneo
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Maya Stone Princess
Maya Princess Theme Handcrafted Papier Mache Mask
Maya Stone Princess, Maya Princess Theme Handcrafted Papier Mache Mask
Morneo
This beautiful mask is inspired by the stucco sculptures found in ancient Maya archaeological sites. Morneo depicts a princess with a regal headdress and ornate earrings. He works in papier-maché... read more$127.99$95.99Artist: Morneo
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The Sun
Beadwork mask
The Sun, Beadwork mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Sunbursts blaze on the cheeks of an enigmatic personage. Considered the father of the Huichol people, the sun is accompanied by six-sided jicuri (peyote) buds. Higinio Hernández creates a mesmerizing... read more$159.99$143.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Colossal Olmec Head
Signed Olmec Replica Papier Mache Mask
Colossal Olmec Head, Signed Olmec Replica Papier Mache Mask
Morneo
Exploring the mystery of the Olmec heads, Morneo crafts a compelling mask based on pre-Hispanic monuments. Discovered in San Lorenzo and Tres Zapotes, Veracruz and in La Venta, Tabasco, the 17... read more$99.99$74.99Artist: Morneo
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Spirit of the Sunflower
Signed Handcrafted Papier Mache Sunflower Mask
Spirit of the Sunflower, Signed Handcrafted Papier Mache Sunflower Mask
Morneo
A mysterious human face takes shape in vibrant green, the color of new life. Painted by hand, a dazzling sunflower covers the features. This dramatic mask by Morneo is a modern interpretation of an... read more$97.99$73.49Artist: Morneo
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Estrella
Beaded Huichol Mask Mexican Folk Art Handmade in Mexico
Estrella, Beaded Huichol Mask Mexican Folk Art Handmade in Mexico
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
A brilliant star lances mystic rays across the forehead of this beaded mask by Higinio Hernandez. It casts white light on the tatei yukahima, or “corn plant,” its golden ears ready to harvest. Teruka... read more$204.99$184.49Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Huichol Charm
Unique Huichol Beaded Mask with Peyote
Huichol Charm, Unique Huichol Beaded Mask with Peyote
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
"One should always bring offerings to the gods in order to receive their protection," advises Higinio Hernández. He celebrates Huichol custom with this mask as he finds inspiration in the... read more$169.99$152.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Brown Skull
Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask in Brown from Mexico
Brown Skull, Recycled Papier Mache Skull Mask in Brown from Mexico
Morneo
Watching with hollow eyes, this fearsome skull smiles mischievously. Mexican artisan Morneo creates this eco-friendly mask, which he crafts from recycled papier mache. The mask is given a hand-painted... read more$47.99$35.99Artist: Morneo
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Moon with Sun
Huichol Beadwork Moon Mask
Moon with Sun, Huichol Beadwork Moon Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
An enigmatic embodiment of the duality that exists between the sun and moon, this extraordinary mask by Higinio Hernandez Carrillo glows with ancestral magic. Cool buds of jicuri (peyote), central to... read more$169.99$152.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Jicuri Crown
Hand Crafted Mexican Hand Beaded Papier Mache Mask
Jicuri Crown, Hand Crafted Mexican Hand Beaded Papier Mache Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Mysterious and serene, the features of this extraordinary Huichol mask are adorned with an array of ceremonial images. The personage wears a headdress with a glowing green peyote blossom, or jicuri.... read more$187.99$169.19Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Spirit of the Blue Deer
Fair Trade Huichol Hand Beaded Papier Mache Mask
Spirit of the Blue Deer, Fair Trade Huichol Hand Beaded Papier Mache Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
A mask to commemorate Huichol customs, this piece celebrates Tamaxi Wuimare, the spirit of the blue deer. Known as Kawuyumaire, this deer is regarded as the Huichol people's older brother; he is a... read more$189.99$170.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Shaman Deer
Authentic Huichol Multicolor Beadwork Mask
Shaman Deer, Authentic Huichol Multicolor Beadwork Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
A sacred symbol, this blue jikuri or peyote flower recalls millenary Huichol traditions. Kawuyumaire, the Huichol's elder brother, assumes the form of a deer to become a messenger from the gods. His... read more$194.99$175.49Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Father Sun
Huichol Folk Art Hand Beaded Mask
Father Sun, Huichol Folk Art Hand Beaded Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Higinio Hernandez patiently places each minute bead by hand in the creation of this extraordinary mask. Resplendent in the color and mysticism of Huichol art, it depicts the bright father sun, Taa ta... read more$224.99$202.49Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Marra Rrurabe
Huichol Papier Mache Peyote Mask
Marra Rrurabe, Huichol Papier Mache Peyote Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Marra rrurabe means "Deer star." In a profuse display of symbolic patterns, this beaded mask on a papier maché backing by Higinio Hernandez contains three of the most important elements of... read more$229.99$206.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Green Jicuri Flower
Handmade Hand Beaded Huichol Papier Mache Mask
Green Jicuri Flower, Handmade Hand Beaded Huichol Papier Mache Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
With a patience characteristic of the Huichol people, the hands of Higinio Hernandez transform tiny "chaquira" beads into beautiful and glossy motifs adhered to a papier-maché base. The... read more$219.99$197.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Cornfield Protectors
Beadwork mask
Cornfield Protectors, Beadwork mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Corn is a basic foodstuff for Mexico's Huichol people, and this handsome mask depicts elements that are crucial for its propagation. By Higinio Hernández, the forehead is covered with a corn plant, or... read more$214.99$193.49Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Peyote Crown
Handcrafted Huichol Traditional Beadwork Mask
Peyote Crown, Handcrafted Huichol Traditional Beadwork Mask
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Higinio Hernández patiently places each minute bead by hand in the creation of this extraordinary mask. Resplendent in the color and mysticism of Huichol art, a glowing peyote bud is surrounded by... read more$189.99$170.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
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Scorpions and Deer
Handcrafted Huichol Papier Mache Mask with Beadwork
Scorpions and Deer, Handcrafted Huichol Papier Mache Mask with Beadwork
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Snowflakes, stars, and flowers interact with deer and scorpions in this beautiful mask by Higinio Hernandez. Facial features have been originally outlined and magnificently complemented with an... read more$199.99$179.99Artist: Higinio Hernandez Carrillo
Papier Mache Masks
(34 items)Explore NOVICA's Collection of Papier Mache Masks. You'll discover unique, colorful masks handcrafted by global artisans. The name 'papier mache' comes from 17th century France, but the art form originated in China, during the Han Dynasty, where it was used to create helmets. As it spread around the world, papier mache evolved into a material used for masks, festival ornaments and anatomical models.
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Featured Reviews on Papier Mache Masks
Beadwork mask, 'Deer Shaman'





By CF
Wow - Just WOW!
What incredible detail! This is so beautiful and the beadwork is PERFECT. Theres not a crooked bead anywhere - the quality and artisanship are phenomenal! I cant find a signature anywhere but he definitely should - it is my first of many to purchase! I have really enjoyed learning about the Huijol people and customs!
Beadwork mask, 'Messenger'





By Susan
Absolutely Fantastic
I just received this stunning mask - Wow, Wow. It was packed to perfection and arrived in pristine shape. It looks exactly like the picture and I couldnt be more pleased! From Old Mexico to New Mexico. It will hang in a prominent place for all to see. I would buy from this artist again!
Beadwork mask, 'Scorpions and Deer'





By Matt
Breathtaking!
It exceeded my expectations. The beadwork is incredible. The eyes are cut out yet they are so deep that they look black when hanging on the wall. Deep into the darkness peering, long I stood there. Wondering...
Featured Artist
Higinio Hernandez Carrillo Huichol art
"I hope that you enjoy my works as much as I enjoy making them. I hope that through them you will get a better understanding of the magic and meaning of the Huichol culture."
"My family comes from the beautiful Huichol tradition in the north of Jalisco. You could say that art runs through my... read more