In the past, the Balinese created art as an offering to God. Works were usually unsigned and displayed in the street, not in a museum. They are expert at wood carving, stone carving, batik, and painting. Today, you can buy these exceptional handicrafts throughout Bali and there are many shops in Ubud selling beautiful art objects.
The Neka Art Museum in Ubud, has a huge collection of Balinese painting, stone carving, and wood carving including this Winged Lion carved from wood and painted.
More beauty at the Neka Art Museum
The paintings and sculptures at the museum were such an unexpected pleasure. We were very impressed by the artistry. View all our photos and the full article about the museum.