Kura exhibits and displays works created by an extensive cross-section of artists from the reknowned and established to the talented and emerging.
We work with our artists by supporting and encouraging the development
of artworks that meet the needs of our diverse customers.
We take pride in our role as a gallery that promotes the development and sales of contemporary Maori art in Aotearoa. We provide highly visible art spaces for exhibition and retail aimed at raising the profile of our art through location and quality of display.
We value the authenticity of works from our Maori artists and operate as a licensed stockist for ‘Toi Iho’, the mark of authenticity and quality for Maori arts and crafts.
Artworks are sold both nationally and internationally.
A modern translation of the word Kura is that of precious or prestigious. Kura referred to the red feather worn by Rangitira (Maori Chiefs). These red feathers therefore became revered as being prestigious or precious.
A quote from an article in Wellington publication the guide:
“Kura stands out from the crowd for its bold approach to indigenous and New Zealand art - rarely will you find such a high calibre of Maori and Pakeha art sold side by side.”