This puzzle feels like stepping into a natural history cabinet—only cleaner, brighter, and strangely serene.

Mantra’s THE COSTA RICA COLLECTION translates his signature realism into a 432-piece composition of butterflies arranged with museum-like precision: electric blues with ink-dark borders, soft citrine yellows, violet notes, and a pale central butterfly that anchors the whole scene like a hush in the middle of a room. The background stays light and minimal, which makes every wingbeat of color feel intentional—no noise, no clutter, just presence.

Born in Metz, France (1987) and self-taught, Mantra has been painting since 2008. His work pays homage to the “heroes” of his childhood garden—butterflies, owls, spiders, birds—rendered in a realistic, lively style. He’s known globally for murals that pair exquisite color with enormous detail, creating organic relationships between subject and environment. The repetition is part of the point: images returning like a mantra, leaving a mark in the city—again and again.

Here, that idea becomes tactile. The build is satisfying in a different way than a busy scene: you’re working with subtle gradients, delicate wing markings, and near-white spaces that demand patience. Piece by piece, the collection comes into focus—order, beauty, and the quiet thrill of getting the symmetry right.

Finished at 18" × 24", it’s the kind of puzzle you’ll want to frame or keep intact—an artwork that looks designed for the wall because, in Mantra’s world, it always was.

Key Features

Artist: Mantra (France)
Title: THE COSTA RICA COLLECTION
Piece Count: 432 pieces
Finished Size: 18" × 24"
Artwork style: realistic butterflies, exquisite color, clean presentation
Visual notes: multiple butterflies arranged like a curated set; vivid blues, yellow tones, and a pale central butterfly
Experience: calm but challenging—subtle whites/greys + detailed wing patterns
Packaging: collectible tube-style container (as shown)

Product Type: Jigsaw puzzle
Pieces: 432
Finished Dimensions: 18 in × 24 in
Collection: Artist Puzzle Collection / Artist Limited Edition (as shown on tube)
Packaging: cylindrical tube with printed wrap + lid

About the Artist

Mantra (born 1987, Metz, France) is a self-taught artist and muralist who has been painting since 2008. Raised between city noise and countryside quiet, his work pays homage to the “heroes” of his childhood garden—butterflies, owls, spiders, and birds—rendered in a realistic, lively style. Known worldwide for magnificent murals combining exquisite color and enormous detail, Mantra creates organic relationships between subjects and their environments, leaving repeated visual signatures in urban spaces like mantras—again and again.

FAQs

How many pieces are in The Costa Rica Collection puzzle?
It’s 432 pieces—a satisfying build that still fits nicely into a weekend (or a few slow evenings).

What size is it when finished?
The completed puzzle measures 18" × 24".

What makes this one feel different from a typical puzzle?
The composition is clean and curated—like a butterfly collection display—so the challenge comes from subtle backgrounds and intricate wing markings, not visual chaos.

Is it hard or relaxing?
Both. The imagery is calming, but the pale ground and delicate details make it a quietly demanding puzzle in the best way.

Is the artwork realistic or illustrated?
Realistic—Mantra is known for rendering butterflies and other “garden heroes” with lifelike clarity and color depth.

Who is this perfect for?
Design lovers, nature obsessives, and anyone who wants a puzzle that feels like a finished artwork—minimal, luminous, and worthy of staying out once it’s complete.