Juegos de papel: Exploring Historical Paper Cut-Out Toys at the Museum of Costume

This exhibition showcases a diverse collection of paper cut-outs from the Museum of Costume. It highlights the historical significance and artistic merit of these toys, from 19th-century soldiers to volumetric models and paper theaters, demonstrating their evolution and enduring appeal as collector's items and anthropological documents.

The exhibition 'Juegos de papel' (Paper Games) delves into the Museum of Costume's collection of paper cut-outs, presenting a comprehensive overview of this fascinating category of historical toys. The display features exquisite examples of paper soldiers from the latter half of the 19th century, which were among the earliest commercially produced cut-outs. It also showcases volumetric paper models that allowed for the construction of various modes of transport, architecture, and even animals, bridging the gap between toys and scale models through their emphasis on assembly. The exhibition further highlights the popularity of paper dolls, complete with numerous costumes, which reveal significant differences in toys designed for boys versus girls. A dedicated section is devoted to the captivating world of paper theaters, miniature stages that represent a popular art form derived from authentic theatrical performances. Collectively, these paper toys are presented not only as potential masterpieces of typographic printing but also as simple yet valuable toys that retain their significance as anthropological documents, now increasingly sought after by collectors.

The exhibition is part of the Museum of Costume's public display of its collections. For admission details, please refer to the museum's general visitor information or official ticketing resources.