 'Ki Dukuh,' mask
$69.95
In Balinese folklore, Ki Dukuh is an ancient man who lives deep in the jungle, accompanied only by his wife, children and the animals. Ketut Sarwa carves this piece from pule wood, the preferred material among Balinese mask makers for its lightweight properties and subtle color. Adorned with acrylic paints and horsehair eyebrows and beard, the work will lend its wise visage to any setting. |
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 'Smile Up,' mask
$38.95
Beaming with delight, this mask by Nyoman Naranata invites a smile of complicity. Rounded cheecks and eyes that turn upward express unbridled mirth. The smooth grain of hibiscus wood is carved by hand to showcase Naranata's consummate skill. |
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 Wood mask, 'Long Nosed Clown'
$44.95
Distinguished by a long, pointed nose, this mask is poignant in its expression. Nyoman Naranata transforms smooth hibiscus wood into Bondres. The much-loved clown in Balinese dance-drama, Bondres usually appears at the end of the performance to add a touch of comedy. His furrowed brow suggests the character's range of expression. |
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 Wood mask, 'Monkey Business'
$72.95
Comical and intriguing, the monkey relieves tension during the performance of the Calonarang dance with its funny antics. Nyoman Setiawan carves this captivating mask of pule wood and paints it by hand to capture the character's comedic essence. The Calonarang relates the story of Rangda, mother of Erlangga, King of Bali in the Tenth century, who was condemned for practicing black magic. There was a battle, but she and her black magic troops were so strong that Erlangga had to ask for the help of Barong. As symbol of all that is good, Barong defeated Rangda, who represents all that is evil. |
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 Wood mask, 'Monkey Charm'
$108.95
Comical yet mystifying, this monkey relieves tension with its funny antics during the performance of the Calonarang dance. Nyoman Setiawan carves this captivating mask of pule wood and paints it by hand to capture the character's comedic essence. The Calonarang relates the story of Rangda, mother of Erlangga, King of Bali in the Tenth century, who was condemned for practicing black magic. There was a battle, but she and her black magic troops were so strong that Erlangga had to ask for the help of Barong. As symbol of all that is good, Barong defeated Rangda, who represents all that is evil. |
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 'Jauk II,' mask
$69.95
In Bali, the jovial Jauk is the people's entertainer who creates happiness in times of great difficulty. The challenge he faces is not easy, but his personality is essential and appreciated. Ketut Sarwa carves this mask from pule wood and paints with vibrant acrylic colors. It is modeled after the masks used in Balinese ceremonies and celebrations. |
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 Wood mask, 'Worried Guy'
$47.95
With furrowed brow and beaky nose, the beloved Bondres represents the regular man in Balinese dance-drama. He usually appears at the end of the performance to add a touch of comedy. To make his character more realistic, his half-mask leaves the chin uncovered. The personage has evolved a drama form of his own, known as Babondresan, to provide light entertainment. Nyoman Setiawan sculpts this beautiful mask from smooth pule wood, prized by carvers for its lightweight and subtle color. Polished to perfection, it is an exceptional example of Balinese art. |
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 Wood theater mask, 'Big Mouth'
$78.95
Carved by hand by Nyoman Naranata, this comical mask is sure to entertain audiences. Since the hibiscus wood mask represents a regular person, it is referred to in Bali as bondres. These characters usually appear at the end of a danced drama performance. |
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 Wood mask, 'Monkey Hero'
$87.95
Nyoman Setiawan crafts an impressive mask to represent Hanoman, the great Monkey King. The winged character comes from the tales of the Ramayana. Loyal and courageous, he helps Rama rescue Sita by transporting sand from the sacred Mt. Meru. With it he builds a bridge over the ocean to Sri Lanka, where she was held captive. Setiawan sculpts the mask from pule wood and paints it by hand. |
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 Wood mask, 'Fresh Breath'
$59.95
Seeming to yawn, an abstract personage with sleepy eyes opens his mouth wide. Partima covers the smooth surfaces with bright images of flowers visited by butterflies. Vivid red lips bring a dynamism to the lovely hibiscus wood mask. |
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 Wood mask, 'Frowning Man'
$39.95
Demonstrating his impressive skill, Nyoman Naranata carves this expressive, emotive mask. The visage is typically worn by the person representing the bondress character in a traditional Balinese dance-drama performance. The bondress represents the everyman - a spectator and commentator who entertains the audience with humor as the narrative progresses. |
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 Wood mask, 'The Frog Prince'
$87.95
Huge, bulging pupils peaked by swirling eyebrows and rimmed in red capture the viewer's attention, luring the observer into the dramatic and imaginative milieu of this hand-crafted pule wood mask. The expressive features appear to neither placate nor terrify as enigmatic lips pull a long slash across the jaw of Nyoman Setiawan's original creation. |
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 Wood mask, 'Enigmatic Dog'
$77.95
Panting and wagging, a dog becomes a Balinese theater mask of unusual beauty. It announces the arrival of midnight during the performance of the Calonarang dance. The dance relates the story of Rangda. Mother of Erlangga, King of Bali in the 10th century, she was condemned for practicing black magic. After she became a widow, she summoned evil spirits to come after Erlangga. A dramatic battle ensued, but good eventually prevailed. Nyoman Setiawan sculpts the mask from pule wood and paints the traditional patterns by hand. Its mane is made from horsehair. |
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 Wood mask, 'Man of Fire'
$44.95
Crowned in dancing flames, this enigmatic mask portrays a man of fire. Nyoman Naranata meticulously sculpts the elegant mask from Balinese hibiscus wood. |
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 Wood mask, 'Big Nose'
$49.95
Nyoman Naranata carves the mask of an ordinary man whose salient characteristic is its rather long nose. This mask is intended to represent an ordinary fellow that brings comedic relief at the end of a dramatic performance. Carved by hand of hibiscus wood, this bondres is a welcomed sight during danced performances. |
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 Wood mask, 'Big Yawn'
$44.95
Although he tries, he simply cannot stifle the enormous yawn that rises from within. He closes his eyes and opens mouth wide as sleep threatens to overtake the handsome personage. Nyoman Naranata portrays the man as a hibiscus wood mask. |
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 Wood mask, 'Classic Clown'
$44.95
Nyoman Naranata sculpts a grinning portrait of Bondres. The much-loved clown in Balinese dance-drama, Bondres usually appears at the end of the performance to add a touch of comedy. The personage has even spawned a drama form of his own, known as Babondresan, to provide light entertainment. |
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 Wood and copper mask, 'Royal Dancer'
$54.95
Gracious and graceful, this mask represents a member of the royal family. Golden color embellishes her serene features. Such pieces are typical of ancient Javanese dance drama. Carved by hand, this piece by Nenny Lukhita is finished with lacquer. It stands on an iron rod on a mahogany base. |
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 'Scream,' mask
$37.95
Elongated lips exaggerate the expression of this unusual mask by Nyoman Naranata. The low forehead and rounded cheeks confer a childlike sense, but smooth contours defy age. Carved of hibiscus wood, this enigmatic work is representative of Balinese artistry. |
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 Wood mask, 'Monkey Tales'
$69.95
This mystical monkey enthralls audiences with its silly antics. A friendly character, its role is to provide light entertainment during the dramatic performance the Calonarang dance. Nyoman Setiawan hand-carves the mask from pule wood and paints traditional patterns with acrylic paints. Its mane is made of horsehair. Calonarang relates the story of Rangda, mother of Erlangga, King of Bali in the Tenth century, who was condemned for practicing black magic. After she became a widow, she summoned all the evil spirits in the jungle, the leaks and the demons, to come after Erlangga. There was a battle, but she and her black magic troops were so strong that Erlangga had to ask for the help of Barong. Rangda cast a spell that made Erlangga's soldiers want to kill themselves, pointing their poisoned keris (arrows) into their own bodies. But, countering that move, Barong cast a spell that made their bodies resistant to the sharp weapons. At the end, Barong the good, defeats the evil Rangda, who runs away. Today, the masks of Barong and Rangda are still considered sacred items, and before they are brought out for the actual dance, a priest must bless them with holy water. |
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 Wood mask, 'Anger'
$57.95
Brow creasing into an angered frown, this bondres mask is intended to represent the human element in Balinese drama. Bondres characters appear towards the end of a performance of a dramatic tale. Nyoman Naranata carves the mask by hand from hibiscus wood with an impressive care for detail. |
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 Wood mask, 'Lion Hero'
$84.95
One of the Ramayana's great mystical heroes, Sempati is the lion who pledges allegiance to Rama. He is instrumental in rescuing Sita from the evil Rahwana. Nyoman Setiawan invokes the presence of the brave hero through his art, creating an admirable pule wood mask. |
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 Wood mask, 'Big Smile'
$52.95
Eyes crinkle with mirth as this personage breaks into laughter. The elegant mask by Partima is meticulously hand-painted with butterflies and flowers. Carved of smooth hibiscus wood, the mask radiates Balinese color. |
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 Wood mask, 'Mystical Dog'
$108.95
A mystical dog is transformed into a mask by the talented Nyoman Setiawan. An enigmatic character, the dog announces the cabalistic arrival of midnight. Setiawan hand-carves the mask from pule wood and paints the traditional patterns with acrylics. |
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 'Cong,' mask
$74.95
"Cong," one of the village officials in Bali, introduces the festival's stories to the audience. He is like a comical narrator, executing a running commentary as the "Tari Topeng" mask performance unfolds. Ketut Sarwa presents this vision in pule wood - the bold, wrinkled features painted with acrylics and adorned with horsehair. Makes an exciting addition to an eclectic decor. |
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 Wood mask, 'Blossom Head'
$47.95
An intricate bloom flourishes like a natural crown, complementing the peaceful expression of this mask. Utilizing the alluring clarity and soothing movements of hibiscus wood, Nyoman Naranata carves a spectacular vision of Balinese enchantment. Closed eyes accentuate the harmonious mood, each detail smooth in its fascination. |
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 Wood mask, 'Laughter'
$57.95
Resting chin in hand, a face breaks into heartfelt laughter. Partima captures the smiling eyes and wide grin in a hibiscus wood sculpture. Meticulously painted by hand, the mask is covered with images of Balinese flora and fauna. |
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 Wood mask, 'Hanoman'
$64.95
The monkey is considered a holy animal in the Balinese Hindu tradition due to the key role Hanoman, the white monkey, played in the Ramayana epic. Hanoman and an army of monkeys helps Rama save the beautiful queen Sita from the evil ogre, Rawana. Monkeys are also ubiquitous in everyday Balinese life. They roam the temple grounds disrupting religious ceremonies with their chattering and cackles. Inspired by this, Nyoman Setiawan creates this pule wood mask, its every feature is a visual odyssey. |
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 Wood mask, 'Joyous Moon Face'
$47.95
A crescent moon laughs heartily in this composition by Nyoman Naranata. Evolving tones and grain patterns complement smooth detailing, executed by hand in the lithe perfection of hibiscus wood. Closed eyes accentuate the harmonious mood, as the artisan creates a symbol of profound Balinese joy. |
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 Wood mask, 'The Whistler'
$44.95
With eyes closed, a young person whistles a casual tune. The wind ripples his long hair and a carefree serenity pervades this mask by Nyoman Naranata. |
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 Wood mask, 'Classic Comic'
$47.95
A furrowed forehead and wide lip characterize this comical mask by Nyoman Naranata. It portrays Bondres. The much-loved clown in Balinese dance-drama, Bondres usually appears at the end of the performance to add a touch of comedy. The personage has even spawned a drama form of his own, known as Babondresan, to provide light entertainment. |
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 Wood mask, 'Listen to Nature'
$57.95
A serene personage calls for quiet so that the sounds of nature can be heard. Conjuring the wind's whisper and the whirr of wings, Partima brings images of songbirds and flowers to this exquisite sculpture. The intricate motifs are carefully painted by hand. |
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 Wood mask, 'Cutout'
$47.95
With eyes closed, this mask evokes an ambiance of contemplative peace. Dynamic details appear stolen from the absent forehead, as Nyoman Naranata composes a vision of negative space. Elaborated in hibiscus wood, this hand-carved piece is certain to attract attention in any setting. Wood grain and tone will vary from mask to mask. |
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 'Asmariani Ni Luh,' mask
$54.95
Wearing flowers in her hair, Ni Luh gazes solemnly at the viewer in this mask created by master artisan Ketut Sarwa. In Balinese tradition, Ni Luh is a woman who makes offerings and brings them to the king's temple to offer to the gods. Carved from pule wood and colored with acrylic paints, this mask is a fascinating glimpse of Indonesian tradition. |
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 Wood mask, 'Dramatic Clown'
$88.95
The long-nosed Bondres with his wrinkled visage brings a comic touch to Balinese dance-drama. This beloved character represents the common man, usually appearing at the end of the performance. His half-mask leaves the chin uncovered, to make his character more realistic, and the personage has evolved a light drama form of his own, known as Babondresan. Nyoman Setiawan sculpts this beautiful example from pule wood, prized by mask carvers for its lightweight and subtle color. Its polished surface reveals a millenary tradition in the Indonesian archipelago. |
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 Wood mask, 'One-Eyed Clown'
$39.95
A furrowed forehead, droopy mouth and twisted lip characterize this comical mask by Nyoman Naranata. It portrays Bondres. The much-loved clown in Balinese dance-drama, Bondres usually appears at the end of the performance to add a touch of comedy. The personage has even spawned a drama form of his own, known as Babondresan, to provide light entertainment. Naranata sculpts this beautiful mask from smooth hibiscus wood. Polished to perfection, it is a delightful expression of Balinese tradition. |
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 Wood mask, 'Village Girl'
$39.95
Tugek is the village girl and she tends to appear towards the end of a dramatic tale. Regarded as a bondres character, she represents the human element. Nyoman Naranata, carves the mask by hand of hibiscus wood. |
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 Wood mask, 'Monkey Monarch'
$69.95
Characterized by his loyal heart, Sugriwa the Monkey King appears in the form of this captivating mask. A character of courage and might, he is a hero of the Ramayana who lent his support to Rama to rescue Sita. Nyoman Setiawan honors the noble king through his art, creating an admirable pule wood mask. |
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 Wood and copper mask, 'Yawning King'
$49.95
Carved by hand and covered with golden foil, this lacquered mask is typical of ancient Javanese dance drama. Nenny Lukhita adds an ornate crown of hammered copper that denotes a member of the royal family. This exceptional mask stands on an iron rod on a mahogany base. |
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 Wood and copper mask, 'Royal Elder'
$49.95
An elderly man sports a long beard and imposing moustache. In ancient Javanese dance drama, the crown symbolized royalty. Carved by hand, this exceptional puppet mask by Nenny Lukhita is finished with lacquer. It stands on an iron rod on a mahogany base. |
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