Fig tree (Ficus carica L.) art in the Azores (Portugal)

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Abstract

The art made with white heartwood slices obtained from the young branches of the fig tree (Ficus carica L.) is found only in the Azores (Portugal). It probably began in the convents of nuns, during the XVII century, and soon after the secularization of these institutions continued to be done by artisans. This exquisite traditional art produces light and delicate pieces, and it is now kept by few artisans.
Original languageEnglish
Article number67
Pages (from-to)1-6
Number of pages6
JournalEthnobotany Research and Applications
Volume26
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 18 Jun 2023

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