A viola do Senhor Cabral: um antropólogo no processo de registro do saber-fazer viola caipira em Bom Despacho, MG

Abstract

This dissertation discusses the extroversion and documentation of the know-how of Viola Caipira made from bamboo in Bom Despacho, MG, reflecting on the role of an Anthropology professional in the processes of patrimonial recognition. It demonstrates that Anthropology, both theoretically and methodologically, can contribute to a comprehensive understanding of cultural assets, as dichotomous categories fail to encompass the cultural plurality of the country. In this sense, the importance of Ingold's meshwork concept (2012) is emphasized for a broader understanding of patrimony. Through ethnographic work, the historical process of recognizing patrimonial recognition in Bom Despacho is examined, along with how it has evolved with new perspectives and the application of more comprehensive patrimony concepts. The effectiveness of well-rounded training for managers and public agents is also observed, considering both methodological and practical aspects, as it is in field situations that the weaknesses in the relationship between the researcher, custodian of the cultural asset, and the Public Power become apparent. A proposition for extroverting the results of academic research through the principles of university extension is presented, involving a photographic exhibition in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism of Bom Despacho, MG. This fulfills the ethical role of research in articulating knowledge with society, highlighting the importance of university extension in understanding, recognizing, and disseminating these assets, contributing to the planning of more inclusive public policies and rethinking the relationship between Anthropology, academic production, and museums to create increasingly inclusive strategies in patrimonial education initiatives.