Mystic Tamblingan
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ᝰ THE STORY
Bali, often called "The Island of Gods", is also known as "The Island of a Thousand Temples". It is said that temples outnumber houses, with some estimates reaching as high as 50,000. While this may seem unbelievable at first, the sheer presence of temples scattered across the island quickly makes the claim feel entirely plausible.
Balinese temples, or pura, are not merely places of worship but living embodiments of the island’s unique blend of Hinduism, indigenous traditions, and spiritual devotion. Though they share common architectural features, no two are ever truly alike—especially in the northern regions, where an enchanting sense of architectural anarchy prevails.
One of the most enigmatic among them is Pura Ulun Danu Tamblingan, an ancient lakeside sanctuary shrouded in legend and mysticism. Renovated in recent decades, the temple has preserved its minimalist layout, distinguished by a single monumental Paduraksa gate. Unlike most Balinese temples, which feature two courtyards (Jaba and Dalam), this one stands apart—its towering entrance echoing the silhouette of a Candi Bentar (split gate), yet holding a presence uniquely its own.
Perhaps the most striking feature of Mystic Tamblingan is the presence of its meru—tiered, thatched-roof shrines, always arranged in odd numbers from three to eleven. These layered structures, reminiscent of pagodas found in China or Japan, symbolize a sacred link between the earthly and divine realms. The higher the number of tiers, the greater the temple’s spiritual significance. Through the open shaft beneath each meru, the gods are believed to descend, maintaining a celestial connection to the land.
The lake itself carries an air of mysticism, woven into local folklore. Its waters are said to possess divine healing properties, a belief rooted in a legend where Danau Tamblingan once cured a devastating plague that swept through nearby villages. The name itself reflects this sacred power: Tamba means ‘medicine,’ while Elingang translates to ‘spiritual ability’—a reminder of the lake’s revered status.
Captured in a rare moment of stillness, Mystic Tamblingan evokes a sense of timelessness. After heavy rainfall, an impenetrable mist enveloped the lake, muting the landscape in an eerie hush. Even the sun’s rays struggled to pierce through, casting only the faintest glow on the distant horizon. Deep greens, softened by moisture, merged with shifting shades of gray, accentuating the ethereal nature of the scene. An overwhelming presence lingered in the air—an energy that could be felt rather than seen. In this silent sanctuary, where earth, water, and spirit converge, the veil between worlds seemed almost tangible.
📍Buleleng, Bali 🗓 2024
❏ Fine Art Print
Printed on 210 gsm premium matte fine art paper using 10-color archival pigment inkjet technology for exceptional detail, tonal depth and longevity. Suitable for matting and framing.
Available in the following dimension:
• 45 x 30 cm | 18 x 12”
• 60 x 40 cm | 24 x 16”
❏ Aluminum Print
Printed directly onto a 3 mm aluminum composite panel using state-of-the-art UV printing technology. The matte, reflection-free finish offers exceptional durability, water resistance and is ready to hang. Suitable for sheltered outdoor display.
Available in the following dimension:
• 60 x 40 cm | 24 x 16”
Collector's Limited Edition of 15 copies worldwide.
Limited to 15 editions worldwide, each photograph is processed in Germany on Fujiflex Crystal Archive Paper, one of the world's finest professional photographic papers.
Unlike inkjet printing, each image is laser-exposed onto silver halide photographic paper and chemically developed using a traditional chromogenic process. The ultra-high-gloss polyester surface delivers extraordinary sharpness, exceptional tonal depth and a remarkable three-dimensional appearance. Under proper lighting, microscopic crystals within the emulsion create an exceptional sense of depth, giving the photograph an almost backlit presence that is unlike conventional photographic prints.
Each artwork is individually numbered and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, signed, dated and embossed by the artist. The certificate also records the provenance of every edition, documenting where each of the fifteen prints has found its permanent home.
The artist proposes 15 copies, each available in the following sizes:
• 90 x 60 cm | 36 x 24”
• 150 x 100 cm | 60 x 40”
To fully reveal the depth, brilliance and visual impact of Fujiflex Crystal Archive, each print should be professionally mounted and glazed using museum-grade materials.
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• Fine Art Prints are produced and shipped from Indonesia. Aluminum Prints are processed and shipped from Germany.
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• Fine Art Prints include white borders for optimal presentation and framing.
• Frame not included.
★ Collector's Edition
• Complimentary worldwide shipping.
• Each artwork is prepared to order and dispatched within 7 days.
• Estimated delivery: ±1 week, depending on the destination.
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• Professionally packed by fine art specialists for maximum protection.
• Processed and shipped from Germany.
• Each artwork is accompanied by its Certificate of Authenticity, individually numbered, signed, dated and embossed by the artist, together with handling and framing recommendations.
• Import duties, taxes and customs fees are the responsibility of the recipient.
• Collector's Limited Editions include white borders for optimal presentation and professional framing.
• Frame not included.
