Mestre Rubério: a memória em forma de arte no Baixo São Francisco, em Piranhas – Alagoas

Abstract

This article presents the life story of the artisan Rubério de Oliveira Fontes, resident in the municipality of Piranhas/AL, who contributes to the dissemination of the history of the Baixo São Francisco region, in the state of Alagoas, through his wooden handicrafts. The objective of this research is to demonstrate the importance of his handicrafts for the Baixo São Francisco region, usine the memories of the master craftsman as a base. To achieve these objectives, we used the methodology of bibliographic research, focusing on texts related to the theme of memory and craftsmanship, as well as a qualitative approach with field research, through the method of Oral History, with structured interviews recorded in audio and also through e-mail. In this way, it is expected to increase the visibility of the sertanejas artistic forms and obtain recognition of the historical-cultural heritage of Alagoas through the artisanal practices in Piranhas.