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MIDWEST

Midwest | Sustainable Brazilian Crafts

The Brazilian Midwest comprises the states of Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Goiás, and the Federal District. It is home to the Pantanal and important indigenous reserves such as the Xingu, which is a source of ethnic wooden art focused on the animals that inhabit this region. Dehydrated natural peels, buriti wood, flowers, leaves are examples of raw material used in handcrafting these decorative art.

Meet the ETERNA FLORA | SUSTAINABLE HOME DECOR , artisans from the Midwest

Ceramic jaguar

The Pantanal in the Brazilian Midwest

Handmade necklaces crafted from cupuaçu seeds, highlighting the organic and intricate design of each piece.

Wooden tamandua sculpture

Canoe paddles adorned with traditional indigenous inscriptions from the Xingu Reserve, a testament to the artistic heritage of the local community.

Handcrafted wooden art from the Xingu Reserve, showcasing indigenous craftsmanship with a focus on regional fauna.

Brazilian Indian Bench for children paint with natural ink of vibrant urucum seeds and charcoal.

Handcrafted wooden art from the Xingu Reserve, showcasing indigenous craftsmanship with a focus on regional fauna.

Wooden tamandua sculpture

Canoe oars showcasing indigenous script from the Xingu Reserve, blending artistry and tradition in a tribute to the region's cultural roots.

Indigenous Sculpture from Pantanal Tribes

Rustic living room with oar wall decor, fishing net, and nautical accents, creating a cozy coastal atmosphere with natural textures and sea-inspired elements.

Necklace made with natural seeds of jarina, açaí, and guaraná, crafted in Brazil by artisans.

Jaguar-shaped bench carved from natural wood and hand-painted by indigenous artisans from the Xingu reserve

Hand-painted indigenous cups, decorated in Brazil by indigenous people from the Xingu reserve.

Wooden carved tamandua sculpture

Hand-carved wooden benches crafted from natural wood by indigenous artisans from the Xingu reserve.

Hand-carved wooden tamandua-shape benches crafted from natural wood by indigenous artisans from the Xingu reserve.

Hand-carved wooden benches crafted from natural wood by indigenous artisans from the Xingu reserve

Hand-painted indigenous wall and table decorations, crafted in Brazil by indigenous artisans from the Xingu reserve.

A typical handicraft fair sponsored by the Brazilian government for exportation.

Hand-carved wooden benches crafted from natural wood by indigenous artisans from the Xingu reserve

Handcrafted paddles featuring intricate indigenous inscriptions, representative of the Xingu Reserve's cultural identity.

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