Weaving, fibers and wood
The Mekrãgnoti Kayapó people’s craftsmanship involves a rich and diverse variety of objects made by Kayapó men and women, representing their deep connection to their territory. The division of Kayapó craftwork is established by the social organization of their communities. Women traditionally create rich body paintings and adornments like earrings, bracelets, and necklaces made from glass beads. Men create various objects, including baskets, musical instruments, body adornments, and utility items. Mekrãgnoti crafts uses unique production methods, employing traditional techniques that respect the way of life in the forest, strengthening the transmission of traditional knowledge and the valorization the standing forest.
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See also

Kayapó Pillow

Asurini Art

Baniwa Art

The Art of the Trumai People

Craftsmanship

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Amiwa Craftsmanship

Coopaiter Craft

Chief Raoni's Craftsmanship

Dukaria Craft

Beadwork

Karo Paygap Craft

Molongó Craft

Olawatawah Craft

Panará Craft

Tapayuna Craftsmanship from Xingu

Teçume Craft

Wagoh Pakob Craft

Wanzeej Pakup Pit Craft

Xikrin Craft

Artesanato Xipaya

Yudjá Craft from Xingu

Yanomami Art

Menire Xikrin Bag

Natural Amazonian Eraser

Baniwa Ceramics

Tukano Ceramics

Arumã lamps

Fabric painting

Handmade candle

Handmade candle

Forest protection massage candles