The Ethnomathematics of Caeteuara Ceramics

The Ethnomathematics of Caeteuara Ceramics

From Thought to the Ceramist's Hands: A Mathematical Synchronism

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This research presents an analysis of the relationship between mathematics and cultural practices in the Amazon, with regard to the process of building ceramics produced in the Bragantina region. The research was carried out in a traditional community called "Vila Cuéra", located in the rural area of the municipality of Bragança, Pará, Brazil, on the banks of the Caeté river. The experience portrays the process of building Caetéara ceramics, highlighting important aspects where the ceramicist uses his own maths to design his work. In this way, we sought to highlight each piece of knowledg...