Topeng Bidadari

”TOPENG BIDADARI” (2008)

Well known art work from Balinese carvers is mask or Topeng. I borrowed the outline of the narrative
from the great epic mask dance, Topeng Bidadari which means the mask of the angels. This Mask dance
is the most popular of Balinese dances. The dance is very common for women’s dances. Showing the beautiful
face of a young girl,the movements following the harmony of the gamelan music. Normaly the dancer uses an
ancient mask. Three is the symbol of manifestation of the gods (Brahma ,Visnu And Siva)and the Chinese coin
completing all offerings to the Gods asking for blessing on the World and Universe.

Size: 60 x 80 cm

Technique: Oil on Canvas

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