Is it made of wood or maybe painted resin? Cartonería artworks (also called papier-mâché) often create the illusion that they’re sturdy — perhaps even weighty — belying the fact that they’re constructed solely of paper, glue, and cardboard. The style, which was created in Mexico, is showcased as part of La Cartonería Mexicana, an exhibition at the Museum of International Folk Art. More than 100 pieces are featured, some reaching nearly 6 feet tall. Many of the pieces came from the collection of the late Alexander Girard. On the cover is Two-headed Dragon Alebrije, Linares Family (circa 1990), Mexico City, Mexico, Museum of International Folk Art (FA.2008.74.421); cover image and image to the right are photographs by Addison Doty (2022), courtesy Museum of International Folk Art