Tag: Tjokorda Oka Gambir

Larasati October 2019 auction report – Balinese art market analysis

by Richard Horstman

The market for Balinese paintings, often labelled ‘traditional’, is a small niche sector in comparison to the broader Indonesian modern and contemporary art market. While Indonesian collectors dominate it there is an upward trend of foreign buyers entering the market that is currently showing signs of growth. In 2006 Larasati Auctioneers of Jakarta opened up … Continue reading Larasati October 2019 auction report – Balinese art market analysis

Previewing Larasati’s Upcoming 12 October 2019 Bali Sale

by Richard Horstman

Lot # 791 ‘Bayu Satu Duta’ – Tjokorda Oka Gambir (1902 – 1975 Peliatan) Natural pigments on cloth, 162.5 x 150 cm For the first time in its thirteen-year history, Larasati Auctioneers will conduct their third art auction in Ubud within the year. This is a positive sign indicating a growing market for Balinese art. … Continue reading Previewing Larasati’s Upcoming 12 October 2019 Bali Sale

Previewing Larasati’s Traditional, Modern & Contemporary Art Auction, Bali, August 2018

by Richard Horstman

                     “Iringan Pengantin” – Dewa Putu Mokoh  Each year Larasati Auctioneer’s, Indonesia’s oldest fine art auction house, present two auctions in Ubud highlighting Balinese traditional art. Upcoming Sunday 26 August is seventy-four items for sale in the Traditional, Modern & Contemporary Art Auction. Open to the public, viewing begins 11am Friday 24 August at the … Continue reading Previewing Larasati’s Traditional, Modern & Contemporary Art Auction, Bali, August 2018

Previewing Larasati’s Traditional, Modern & Contemporary Art Auction, Bali, 8 October 2017

by Richard Horstman

                               Lot 549: Subali & Sugriwa – Nyoman Meja Art auctions are an exciting and accessible way to grow your collection. For the curious observer and new buyers auctions are fascinating processes that give insight into the art world that is often perceived to be opaque, mysterious, and even intimidating. Auctions allow opportunities for new … Continue reading Previewing Larasati’s Traditional, Modern & Contemporary Art Auction, Bali, 8 October 2017

Balinese Kamasan Paintings

by Richard Horstman

“The Charming of Mandara Giri” 1605 Natural pigments on paper. Image courtesy of Museum Puri Lukisan Imagine you are a master Balinese painter, and your King has recently commissioned you to create a work. As you sit down in front of a large cloth stretched upon a wooden frame with a pencil in hand, for … Continue reading Balinese Kamasan Paintings