Lelana Wiyata
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ᝰ THE STORY
Deep within the heart of Yogyakarta’s Keraton, where the echoes of Java’s royal past still resonate, the ancient tradition of the Abdi Dalem endures—a silent vow of loyalty, devotion, and an unbroken lineage of service. In this portrait, a young boy assumes a role centuries old, embodying the living history of a kingdom that continues to shape Indonesia’s cultural identity.
The Abdi Dalem are more than palace attendants; they are the keepers of wisdom, entrusted with upholding the customs, philosophy, and etiquette of the royal court. Their service is not merely duty but laku, a spiritual path rooted in humility and unwavering dedication to the Sultan. In return, they receive not wealth but an intangible inheritance: kasampurnan—inner harmony and fulfillment that transcends material riches.
Dressed in the traditional surjan lurik, a garment once reserved for nobility, the boy sits with quiet dignity, his posture a study in Javanese grace. His hands rest gently upon his lap—an age-old gesture of reverence, patience, and self-discipline. Upon his head, the blangkon sits firmly, not merely an ornament but a symbol of wisdom and restraint, its tightly wrapped folds representing the controlled thoughts and balanced temperament expected of those who serve.
As the present melds seamlessly with the past, this portrait captures more than a moment—it captures a philosophy, a way of being that is slowly fading in an era of rapid change. Yet here, in the solemnity of his pose, the legacy of Java’s royal heritage lives on.
A timeless journey, an unspoken vow—this is Lelana Wiyata, the path of learning and devotion, inscribed upon the soul of the Javanese court.
📍Yogyakarta, Jawa Tengah 🗓 2018
❏ Fine Art Print
Printed on 210 gsm high-quality matte paper with 10-color digital inkjet technology. Can be matted and/or framed.
Available in the following dimension:
• 60 x 40 cm | 24 x 16”
❏ Aluminum Print
Printed on a sleek 3-mm, triple-layered aluminum composite material for a matte, reflection-free result using state-of-the-art printing method. Water-resistant, durable UV read-to-hang print suitable for sheltered, outdoor areas.
Available in the following dimension:
• 60 x 40 cm | 24 x 16”
Collector's Limited Edition of 15 copies worldwide.
Processed in Europe on one of the glossiest and most expensive photographic papers in the world—Fujiflex Crystal Archive.
The Fujiflex Crystal Archive paper is a special chromogenic paper with an ultra-high-gloss surface producing the highest professional photographic substrate currently available in the world. The quality of this paper is incomparable with any other papers on the market today.
This silver halide, true photographic printing material on a polyester base is produced to the highest gallery and competition standards. It is printed through a specialized process using laser exposure technology.
Your photograph is not printed like other papers with ink. It is instead exposed into the silver halide base with lasers and is then chemically processed.
The final result has to be seen to be believed as it leaves mica crystals on the paper that, when properly lit, produce a strikingly three-dimensional luxurious look and an appearance of being lit from behind.
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”
Such paper must be mounted on appropriate substrate and/or framed correctly to guarantee the best results.
Replica Edition
• Free shipping worldwide;
• Please allow up to 48 hours before your order is dispatched;
• Delivery time is about two to three working weeks depending on your country;
• Shipped in a sturdy mailing tube for the fine art prints and a protective cardboard box for the aluminum print;
• Fine art prints are sent by the post office from Indonesia while aluminum prints are processed and sent from Europe;
• A confirmation email is sent when the photo is shipped;
• Any custom and duty fees are the responsibility of the customer;
• Replica Edition prints come without white borders;
• Frame not included for the fine art prints
★ Original Edition
• Free shipping worldwide;
• Please allow up to 7 days before your order is dispatched;
• Delivery time is about two working weeks;
• Tracking available;
• Shipped in secure packaging handled by art professionals;
• Sent by UPS, FedEx, or DHL from Europe;
• A confirmation email is sent when the photo is shipped along with a digital Certificate of Authenticity and a handling and framing manual;
• Any custom and duty fees are the responsibility of the customer;
• Original Edition photographs come without white borders;
• Frame not included