The Krenak People and the Art of Preserving Memories

Originally from the Rio Doce Valley in the state of Minas Gerais, the Krenak people endured forced displacement and attempts to erase their identity. Despite these challenges, they have preserved their language, knowledge, traditions and art. Today, part of the community lives in the Vanuíre Indigenous Territory in Arco-Íris, São Paulo, alongside other ethnic groups.

Each piece produced by Krenak artisans reflects knowledge passed down through generations, their relationship with nature and the identity of their people. Inspired by traditional graphic patterns, Brazilian biodiversity, and ancestral memories, every creation is unique and carries a story.

Meet the Artisan - Cacique Lidiane Krenak 

                                                                        Liderança e artesã - Terra Indígena Vanuíre - Arco Íris - SP

"Meu trabalho nasce daquilo que aprendi com minha família e com meu território. Cada peça é feita com cuidado e representa uma forma de manter viva a nossa história, levando nossa cultura para outros lugares com respeito."

— Lidiane Krenak, artesã e liderança

Lidiane Damaceno Cotui Ignesta was born and lives in the Vanuíre Indigenous Village. A teacher, artisan, writer, and speaker, she works to strengthen and promote Krenak culture. She coordinates the Akãm Orãm Krenak Museum, is a member of the Indigenous Teachers’ Forum of the State of São Paulo, and is pursuing a degree in Intercultural Indigenous Education.
She currently serves as Chief of the Vanuíre Indigenous Village, representing her community and advocating for the preservation of its memory, culture, and rights.

Handicrafts from the Vanuíre Indigenous

Territory Beadwork

Traditional technique

Necklaces

Handmade

Earrings and Bracelets

Forest seeds

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