Balinese Cultural Masks
Wood batik mask, 'Proud Tradition'
This hand-carved mask is a proud testimony of Indonesian artistry as Handaru Baskoro successfully transfers batik techniques to pule wood. Baskoro's extravagant design features florid accents and arches as a peacock rests on the forehead with regal grace.
Wood mask, 'Man from Lombok'
This imposing personage is carved in the style of Lombok, an island east of Bali. Painted by hand, the face wears green on the forehead and blushing red cheeks. Wayan Rita gives the mask a crackled texture that heightens its sense of mystery.
Wood mask, 'Three Faces'
Their smiling faces enhance their beauty and their expressions reflect tranquility and inner peace. Ketut Widana captures their radiant attraction with sublime artistry as he carves their images on albesia wood.
'Kesuna, ' mask
Greed and envy are personified in Kesuna, masterfully captured in albesia wood by Ketut Widana. Her long face and serious demeanor reflect the selfishness in her heart, which ultimately casts Kesuna from her home according to one of Bali�s tales of moral teachings.
Wood mask, 'Three Dimensions'
This extraordinary mask with three faces honors Trimurti, the Hindu Trinity. Made Tresna makes an expressive depiction of Brahma, god of creation; Wisnu, god of life; and Siwa, god of destruction and reincarnation.
Wood mask, 'Happy Wisdom'
This vivid mask by Nyoman Naranata exudes happy wisdom. Naranata carves the mask by hand, allowing the natural grain of hibiscus wood to accent the mask's jolly face.
Wood mask, 'Black and White Blossom'
Like a bud bursting to blossom, this mask celebrates nature's beauty. Wayan Rita carves an admirable mask from local albesia wood and paints it by hand, forming intricate patterns that require expert dexterity and patience.
Wood mask, 'Noble Lord Rama'
Inspired by the world of Balinese shadow puppets, Wayan Gandung creates an extraordinary mask. He portrays the noble Lord Rama in a superb polychrome mask.
Wood mask, 'Rahwana, the Demon King'
Splendid with its intricate details, this mask shows off the skills of Oka Pastika. It portrays Rahwana from the millenary Ramayana epic. Rahwana is the demon king from Alengka kingdom. He kidnaps Rama's wife, Sita, wanting her to be his concubine.
Wood batik mask, 'Queen of Java'
This ornate mask exudes the serene elegance and poise of a Javanese queen. Indah and Indra apply classic batik techniques to adorn the mask, which features original colors and motifs. This hand-crafted mask is carved from pule wood.