art mask

Peacefulness, piety and a humble spirit are expressed in this mask by Made Tresna. He depicts a praying monk on this Balinese prayer figure. "Balinese people believe they will reach a peaceful eternity after life, but all their sins should be washed away with karma and piety," the artisan explains.

He carves the mask from hibiscus wood. This wood varies widely in its tones and patterns, thus each mask is an absolutely unique work of art.

Barong appears in this fascinating mask by Made Mulyani. Also known as Bhoma, he represents the goodness that destroyed the evil Rangda. His adventures are reenacted in the form of a dance and his image is also hung on doors in Bali to ward off evil spirits.

Please note that wood color and grain can vary significantly from one piece to the next; this makes each mask a unique piece of art.

A symbol of all that is evil, Rangda's wicked glare is terrifying. Made Mulyani carves the witch's mask from acacia wood with exquisite detail. Described in the Hindu epic Ramayana, she is the Balinese manifestation of Durga, goddess of the underworld.

Please note that wood color and grain can vary significantly from one piece to the next; this makes each mask a unique piece of art.

Carved by hand from acacia wood, this exquisite mask by Made Mulyani depicts Subali. The Hindu epic Ramayana tells how Sugriwa and his brother Subali bathed in the enchanted lake of the forest, thus turning into monkeys and becoming kings of different kingdoms. They helped Rama rescue Sita from the evil king Rahwana.

Please note that wood color and grain can vary significantly from one piece to the next; this makes each mask a unique piece of art.

Using crocodile wood, Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family depicts Buddha in a state of eternal bliss. The smooth, symmetrical features radiate intense spirituality and a soothing sense of tranquility. This superlative mask is carved by hand. The artisan carries on the extraordinary art work of her late father, Nyoman Subrata.

Garuda is a mythical, gigantic eagle-like bird. On a level comparable to that of the gods and their infinite might, Garuda was designated Lord Vishnu's vehicle for traveling between heaven and earth. Carved by hand from acacia wood, this splendid mask is the work of Made Mulyani.

Please note that wood color and grain can vary significantly from one piece to the next; this makes each mask a unique piece of art.