JAKARTA - Bali always has a way to heal the soul, but this time the healing is not from the roar of the waves, but from the points of lines that form the universe. In early 2026, The Apurva Kempinski Bali transformed their Pendopo Lobby into a space of contemplation, presenting an exclusive exhibition "Gallery of Art: Wianta & Legacy".
For luxury travelers who seek the depth of meaning in every journey, this exhibition is a must-visit destination. Here, the legacy of the late Made Wianta - Bali's most respected contemporary art maestro - is revived.
Stepping into the Pendopo Lobby, visitors are greeted by eleven masterpieces from the 'Mandala' series. Imagine the Cubist style of Picasso, but born from the womb of Asian culture. Wianta is not just painting; he translates the concept of "Pangider-ider" (worship of the nine gods of the cardinal points of the Balinese wind) into a modern and visionary geometric form.
For Wianta, Mandala is not just a religious symbol, but a perfect organization of the universe. The lines, dots, and spaces he scratches invite us to see the harmony between the vastness of the outside world and our own inner peace. This is a form of visual meditation that is in harmony with the calm atmosphere of Nusa Dua.
Made Wianta's own life story is an extraordinary traveling narrative. Born in Tabanan, he took the aesthetics of Bali to travel to Brussels, Belgium, in the mid-1970s. His wanderings in European galleries sharpened his artistic instincts, creating a rare blend of Western ideology with Balinese Karawitan music and classical puppetry.
This legacy is lovingly guarded by the wife, Intan Kirana Wianta - the granddaughter of the educational figure Ki Hajar Dewantara - along with her two daughters. Their presence in the interactive dialogue at the opening of the exhibition adds a personal warmth, making this exhibition more than just a wall display, but rather a tribute to love and dedication.
The lifestyle experience at The Apurva Kempinski is further complemented by a dance performance from contemporary choreographer, Ayu Anantha. Through the concept of Sangkara, Ayu translates the static lines of Wianta into dynamic body movements. This is a bridge of time; where ancestral traditions become the foundation for a modern evolution that liberates.
"We believe that integrating Indonesian art heritage into the guest experience is our responsibility," said Vincent Guironnet, General Manager of The Apurva Kempinski Bali. "This is the first time that the Mandala series has been presented in full to the public, giving our guests the opportunity to enjoy the expertise of Indonesian art that has never been present in any hotel."
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