Upacara Sebelum Pentas Dimulai

This painting captures the sacred moments before a Tari Barong performance, one of Bali’s most iconic traditional dances portraying the eternal struggle between good and evil. The scene depicts priests, musicians, and villagers making offerings and preparing the stage, reflecting the deep ritual significance that precedes every performance. At the center stands Barong, the lion-like guardian spirit symbolizing goodness and protection, adorned with an ornate golden headdress and intricate costume. The artist beautifully conveys the solemn yet vibrant atmosphere of Balinese culture, where art, dance, and spirituality unite in harmonious devotion.

Made in Semarang, 2010
Artist: Jemmy Lauy
(One of the first students of Dullah, the renowned Indonesian maestro)
Media: Oil on canvas
Size:
Artwork – 150 x 120 cm
Frame – 180 x 150 cm