FROM CLAY TO CULTURAL HERITAGE. CASE STUDY: THE NOGUERA SISTERS. TOBATI. PARAGUAY

Abstract

The cultural heritage of the peoples includes the tangible and intangible. Crafts are part of the cultural heritage that can become an alternative source of employment in rural communities, as well as promoting the collective identity of a people. The city of Tobati, is considered the capital of craftsmanship in Paraguay, is known for its exuberant natural and cultural beauty. Its main types of crafts are ceramics, carving in wood and leather. It is well known in the city the company July 21 that has several olería[2] that give work to the local population. In this paper, the case study of the sisters Blanca, Carolina and Ediltrudis Noguera, artisans potters of the city is presented.