Nature and Artistry: Buriti Fiber in Brazilian Contemporary Jewelry and Ivete Cattani’s Vision
摘要
In Brazil, there is a plurality of natural resources and knowledge passed down through generations that, historically, have not been properly valued. Signs of a break with this representation have been noted in recent decades with the inclusion of new materials. Choosing buriti fiber, extracted from palm tree leaves, as an element of alliance between nature and jewelry production points to the diversification of raw materials originating from Brazilian flora. This fiber has specifically stood out in contemporary jewelry due to its favorable characteristics for creating adornments. Ivete Cattani works this material masterfully, intertwining it with other elements to produce unique pieces that harmonize nature and design. Her innovative approach not only values buriti fiber but also expands the concept of culture by integrating an extensive social production chain, demonstrating its versatility and aesthetic potential, and consolidating it as a relevant and sustainable raw material in the jewelry world.