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This exquisite traditional sculpture is hand carved in crocodile wood by Nyoman Indrawati Subrata. Unlike most traditional Balinese dances, the Janger dance allows both men and women to dance together. During the dance, twelve men move aggressively while twelve women sing and sway from side to side.

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.

Cheek to cheek, sweethearts crown this elegant mask, superbly carved by hand. From Eka, it showcases the unusual grain of natural hibiscus wood. This wood varies widely in its tones and patterns, thus each mask is an absolutely unique work of art. "What we share with our soulmate sometimes seems like a perfect dream. I dedicate my feelings and best memory of love, always in my mind," the Balinese artisan confides.

An extraordinary depiction of majestic elegance and a courageous heart, this mask of Sugriwa, King of the Monkeys, is imbued with the artistic grace of legends. Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family hand-carves this ally of Rama from suar wood with sumptuous detail, as Sugriwa's fearsome expression is softened by an ornate headdress and crown. Subrata's excellence as a wood carver are evident in the refined perfection of her work, rendering this mask a true treasure.

Sugriwa is one of the Ramayana's many heroes. He commanded a simian army to help Rama in rescuing his beloved Sita from the evil king Rahwana.