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Art & Aid Project Namibia

Donkerbos, Namibia

THE CERAMICS OF THE SAN

In the middle of the vastness of Namibia, in the Kalahari Desert, lives the indigenous San people. Their ancient traditions and cultural wealth are unique and worth protecting. In this context, Markus Friesacher, the owner of Gmundner Keramik Manufaktur, launched a special project in 2022. It combines social support with the preservation of indigenous culture and art. The collaboration between the San and Gmundner Keramik takes centre stage, bringing indigenous motifs into a new, artistic form

In several workshops in the Kalahari, San artists from the Donkerbos and Drimiopsis settlements created a series of designs on paper. These were then selected and brought to perfection on site using original Gmundner Keramik colours

Each handmade ceramic piece of the SAN edition by Gmundner Keramik is an expression of cultural appreciation and shows how art can act as a medium of understanding and support. At the same time, the social dimension remains in the foreground: the San benefit from the proceeds and are given the opportunity to sustainably secure their culture. "Ceramics of the San" is therefore more than just a symbol of artistic exchange - it embodies the power to give hope and keep traditions alive.

-15% ON ALL SAN DESIGNS

You will receive up to and including 04.11 2025
with the CODE: AFRICA15
ADDITIONAL 15% discount on all Africa and SAN designs!

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NEU: SAN Edition ELSE

NEW

Handleless Mug
  SAN edition Else
Handleless Mug

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$57.39

NEW

Water Jug
  SAN edition Else
Water Jug

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$120.64

NEW

Cereal Bowl Large
  SAN edition Else
Cereal Bowl Large
Ø 14 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14

NEW

Salad Bowl
  SAN edition Else
Salad Bowl

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$103.39

NEW

Salad Bowl
  SAN edition Else
Salad Bowl

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$126.39

NEW

Breakfast Cup Max
  SAN edition Else
Breakfast Cup Max

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14

NEW

Dessert Plate
  SAN edition Else
Dessert Plate

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14

NEW

Dinner plate
  SAN edition Else
Dinner plate

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. With her design, artist Else Dam aimed to capture the untouched landscape and natural colours of her homeland. Else holds honourable values close to her heart, which she expresses through the powerful symbol of the heart in her work. The fine grains of sand that shape the environment are also reflected in her design. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$68.89
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SAN Edition KOVA

Handleless mug
  SAN edition Kova
Handleless mug
Ø 8 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$57.39
Water Jug
  SAN edition Kova
Water Jug
Ø 12 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$120.64
Cereal Bowl Large
  SAN edition Kova
Cereal Bowl Large
Ø 14 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14
Salad Bowl
  SAN edition Kova
Salad Bowl
Ø 20 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$103.39
Salad Bowl
  SAN edition Kova
Salad Bowl
Ø 26 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$126.39
Breakfast Cup Max
  SAN edition Kova
Breakfast Cup Max

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14
Dessert Plate
  SAN edition Kova
Dessert Plate
Ø 20 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14
Soup Plate
  SAN edition Kova
Soup Plate
Ø 20 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$68.89
Plate
 
Plate

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$68.89
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SAN Edition AHITA

Handleless mug
  SAN edition Ahita
Handleless mug
Ø 8 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$57.39
Water Jug
  SAN edition Ahita
Water Jug
Ø 12 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$120.64
Cereal Bowl Large
  SAN edition Ahita
Cereal Bowl Large
Ø 14 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14
Salad Bowl
  SAN edition Ahita
Salad Bowl
Ø 20 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$103.39
Salad Bowl
  SAN edition Ahita
Salad Bowl
Ø 26 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$126.39
Breakfast Cup Max
  SAN edition Ahita
Breakfast Cup Max

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14
Dessert Plate
  SAN edition Ahita
Dessert Plate
Ø 20 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$63.14
Plate
  SAN edition Ahita
Plate
Ø 25 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$68.89
Soup Plate
  SAN edition Ahita
Soup Plate
Ø 20 cm

A long-standing connection to Namibia inspired the owner of Gmundner Keramik to initiate a unique art & aid project. An artistic exchange between Gmundner Keramik and the San, a collective term for some indigenous ethnic groups in southern Africa. In several workshops in the Kalahari, artists from the San from the settlements of Donkerbos and Drimiopsis created a number of drafts, which were at first put on paper and then painted on ceramics. The painters from Gmundner Keramik took these drafts as inspiration for some colourful designs and created the San Edition. All editions carry the name of the respective artist who created the original. Since this exchange, Gmundner Keramik supports the San both financially as well as with essential staple food and art supplies, to allow them to continue creating art as their main source of income.

US$68.89
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