Papel Picado (perforated paper) is a living Mexican folk art. As much as 50 pieces of tissue paper are stacked and perforated at once using special hammers and various designs of cloth. There are scores of topics and hundreds of designs to choose from, it costs next to nothing to make and can be used for all sorts of gatherings and celebrations; it is common to see people cutting them out on the streets. On the Day of the Dead, papel picado is everywhere. On symbolic graves and altars, in shops and restaurants, on squares and in streets, hung on long lines from house to house high above the heads of pedestrians. And on almost every one, there is an image of death. Death and skeletons continue in their favorite activities, sitting at tables, drinking wine, eating fruit, dancing and singing, playing football, and having a great time.
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