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Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Pataxó Indigenous Community | Official selection for inclusion in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival.

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Artisan Crafted Decorative Wood Catchall, "Pataxó Shield"

Product ID: 390344

Made by the Pataxó Indigenous Community, this canoe-shaped decorative marupa wood bowl bears distinctive geometric markings that are achieved through... more

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Made by the Pataxó Indigenous Community, this canoe-shaped decorative marupa wood bowl bears distinctive geometric markings that are achieved through wood burning techniques. The Pataxó are an indigenous ethnic group in Brazil that is struggling to retain their hold on their traditional lands and their culture.

  • 0.10 kgs
  • 0.2 lbs
  • 11" H x 3.5" W x 1.6" D
  • 11" H x 3.5" W x 1.6" D

  • Marupa wood
  • For decorative use only
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Not for use with foods
  • Made in Brazil
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Brazilicon info
  • Product ID: 390344
Pataxó Indigenous Community
Pataxó Indigenous Community

Brazil

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Smithsonian Folklife Festival Chosen for inclusion in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival

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Dedra

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Oct 11, 2021

“Wooden bowel”

I bought this as a gift for my son-in-law who is very ethno-centric. I felt it was a tribute to him, the artist and a declaration of support to traditions & legacies. Made a nice addition to his dresser as a catch all.

Nature & function Empty you pockets catch all
Purchased Item Pataxó Shield, Artisan Crafted Decorative Wood Catchall

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James

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Feb 17, 2023

“Great sound”

Bought this for my niece, she loved them.

Purchased Item Native Song, Hand Crafted Pataxo Bird call Whistles (Set of 4)

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indranil

From uk

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Dec 16, 2022

“Unusual whistle”

Nicely made.

Purchased Item Native Song, Hand Crafted Pataxo Bird call Whistles (Set of 4)

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Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Folklife Festival featured artisans from the Pataxó community from Bahia, Brazil make crafts from native trees. They carve, design, and build wooden bowls, animal sculptures, and instruments collectively as a community practice.

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"Pataxó handcrafts are an important source of the community's livelihood and they are usually sold to tourists visiting the area. With the pandemic, tourists are not coming."

"The Pataxó Indigenous community lives in villages in the southern part of the Brazilian state of Bahia, some near to tourist areas. The mother... read more

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