the protector

The supreme protector of the universe and creator of all things that breathe life, Vishnu, extends his genius to this sculpture by Bali's Komang Sulaksana. Inspired by the precepts of the Vaishnavism tradition, the artisan works in albesia wood to create this piece in honor of Vishnu.

The sculpture rests on a display stand included with the set.

Balinese artisan Buana pays homage to an ancient guard who protected many with his supernatural strength and courage. Kumbhakarna, the protagonist of this sterling silver necklace, is a famous giant in the Hindu doctrine, said to have been blessed with an endless sleep until the kingdom needed his powers to save the citizens. The image of the hero dangles gracefully in the form of an elegant cow bone pendant surrounded by traditional motifs of the region, making this accessory a cultural accent.

Fiery guardian of your home and gentle caretaker of your family, the buffalo spirit arrives from distant Balinese lands to infuse your spaces with divine protection. Artisan Gio uses albesia wood to create this magnificent wall mask painted in vibrant hues to exude exotic and majestic beauty.

Wandering through the ancient landscapes of Bali, the Barong is a divine spirit that protects the forest and all its inhabitants from negative energies. Often shown in sacred ceremonies, this stunning guardian is a symbol of Bali's culture, inspiring Made Mulyani to craft this acacia wood mask with a painted finish.

Flowers bloom eternally across the rich ganitri wood surface of this hand-carved jewelry box where Javanese artisan Gunadi applies centuries-old batik techniques to create intricate floral patterns that dance across every curve. The luxurious velvet interior cradles your most cherished pieces while the sturdy wooden construction promises years of reliable protection for rings, earrings and delicate chains that deserve a home as beautiful as they are.

The Barong, king of the spirits, has protected the Balinese islands since ancient times—dancing in a battle between good and evil. Artisan Wayan Rendah honors this gentle but fiery deity in this exquisitely hand-carved acacia wood mask, whose details and natural brown hue portray the Barong in all its valiant magnificence.

Your tissues deserve a better home than a crumpled plastic sleeve. This vibrant cotton tissue pouch is handcrafted by the Lawe Lurik Community of Java using lurik, a traditional Indonesian handwoven fabric whose bold, rhythmic stripes pulse with teal, orange, red, yellow and black in a patchwork of color that turns the most mundane travel essential into something genuinely joyful to pull out of your bag. A zippered closure keeps everything tidy while the neatly lined interior protects your tissues either at home or on the go, proof that even the smallest objects can carry a whole culture within them.

In the "Wuku" series of paintings, Javanese artist Lugiono celebrates traditional wayang characters with the ancient Wuku Balinese lunar calendar. In this painting Lugiono portrays two people, with Kala, from a Balinese legend, holding his hands up in the air. He is a Langkir - a person born during the week of the same name. According to the Wuku calendar, people born during this week are usually temperamental, greedy, uncivilized and stubborn. They are unable to protect the helpless, they like to boast and are therefore disliked by many.

Developed by Bali Aga people, the Wuku lunar calendar includes 210 days divided into 30 weeks or Wuku, varying from one to ten days. Each week has a name and number, which can be auspicious or inauspicious, and corresponds to a specific activity. Each week is believed to also describe types of personality according to birth.