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      • Authentic Indigenous & Folk Arts of Costa Rica / Southern Central America

        Est. 1998

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        At Galeria Namu, we prioritize fair-trade practices that ensure artisans receive immediate and equitable compensation for their work, preserving their craft and culture. Fair-Trade Practices Our Commitment Galeria Namu is a premier fair-trade gallery in San José, Costa Rica, dedicated to preserving the authentic artistic traditions of Central America’s indigenous and folk communities. Named after the Bribri word for jaguar, the gallery provides a vital platform for the region's eight indigenous tribes, offering a curated collection of vibrant Boruca masks, intricate Wounaan basketry, and hand-carved tagua nut art. By operating on a strict fair-trade model that ensures immediate and equitable payment to artisans, Galeria Namu serves as both a cultural sanctuary and an educational hub, connecting global visitors with the rich, ancestral heritage of Costa Rican craftsmanship.

        Browse our website to view available artwork.

        Our gallery showcases a diverse array of indigenous art, from bold Boruca masks to delicate Wounaan baskets, each piece telling a story of heritage and tradition. Indigenous Artistry Our Commitment Galeria Namu is a premier fair-trade gallery in San José, Costa Rica, dedicated to preserving the authentic artistic traditions of Central America’s indigenous and folk communities. Named after the Bribri word for jaguar, the gallery provides a vital platform for the region's eight indigenous tribes, offering a curated collection of vibrant Boruca masks, intricate Wounaan basketry, and hand-carved tagua nut art. By operating on a strict fair-trade model that ensures immediate and equitable payment to artisans, Galeria Namu serves as both a cultural sanctuary and an educational hub, connecting global visitors with the rich, ancestral heritage of Costa Rican craftsmanship.

        Email us at info@galerianamu.com with the pieces and their ID codes that interest you.

        We serve as an educational hub, connecting visitors with the rich cultural backgrounds of Costa Rica's indigenous tribes through workshops and community events. Cultural Education Our Commitment Galeria Namu is a premier fair-trade gallery in San José, Costa Rica, dedicated to preserving the authentic artistic traditions of Central America’s indigenous and folk communities. Named after the Bribri word for jaguar, the gallery provides a vital platform for the region's eight indigenous tribes, offering a curated collection of vibrant Boruca masks, intricate Wounaan basketry, and hand-carved tagua nut art. By operating on a strict fair-trade model that ensures immediate and equitable payment to artisans, Galeria Namu serves as both a cultural sanctuary and an educational hub, connecting global visitors with the rich, ancestral heritage of Costa Rican craftsmanship.

        We will personally confirm availability, the shipping quote from the courier of your securely packaged and boxed artwork to your indicated postal address and provide you with the details needed to make a payment for your arts purchase and its shipping/handling, sending to you the Galeria Namu banking details (or a PayPal invoice) to make a secure payment.

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        Brunka Masks & Mask Arts

        Embera & Wounan Basketwork

        Embera & Wounan Tagua Art

        Miscellaneous Tribal Arts

        Pre-Columbian Costa Rica

        Selected Costa Rican Folk Art

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