Since 1894, Ino Schaller has been crafting papier-mâché figures using original molds and traditional methods passed down through generations. This glittery double mushroom, handmade in the original antique mold and hand-signed at the bottom, stands about 4.5" tall with a 4" diameter. Each piece requires about seven days to complete, making it as much a work of art as it is a collectible. Limited quantities available.
WHY IT’S SPECIAL
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Heritage craft — handmade using molds and recipes dating back to the 19th century
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Time-intensive artistry — each piece takes around seven days to produce
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Unique finishes — hand-painted and decorated with glitter and special details
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Signed collectible — each mushroom is hand-signed, ensuring authenticity
DETAILS
PAPIER-MÂCHÉ CRAFT
The tradition of papier-mâché figures began in 19th-century Neustadt/Sonneberg, originally as filling figures for sweets. Ino Schaller continues to follow the old family recipe: a paper-and-paste mixture is poured into handcrafted molds, dried over several days, then carefully painted and decorated with glitter, glass beads, or fur. Each figure is unique, carrying forward a craft mastered by only a few artisans today.
THE BRAND
Founded in 1894 by Carl Schaller, the family-run Ino Schaller manufactory has preserved the art of papier-mâché for over 120 years. Carl’s son Ino gave the company its name, and today the 4th generation—Thomas Schaller and Christina Franke-Schaller—continues the tradition. Though plastic figures once overshadowed papier-mâché, the Schaller family revived the craft in the 1980s, and their handmade figures are now highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Each piece embodies history, craftsmanship, and a family legacy of artistry.
