Museum Nyoman Gunarsa is a three-floor art museum in Takmung, Klungkung Regency, with Balinese paintings, wayang puppets and wood carvings. Its collection includes more than 200 paintings by Nyoman Gunarsa, whose modern-style work draws on Balinese Hindu life and folklore. Look for carved scenes of daily life and ceremonies, as well as traditional Balinese gates around the compound. The museum was founded by members of Ubud’s art movement, and a separate gallery is devoted to Gunarsa’s work.
Balinese art across three floors
Museum Nyoman Gunarsa fills three floors with art from Bali. The collection includes paintings, wayang puppets and wood carvings. Traditional Balinese gates are part of the compound, and some carvings depict everyday life and ceremonies.
The museum was founded by members of Ubud’s art movement. Its collection is a place to see Balinese painting beyond Ubud, in Takmung, Klungkung Regency.
Nyoman Gunarsa’s paintings
A separate gallery is devoted to the late Balinese artist Nyoman Gunarsa. More than 200 of his paintings are held at the museum. His modern-style works draw on Balinese Hindu life and folklore, bringing these subjects into paintings displayed on the gallery walls.
The museum also holds visiting exhibitions of international artists’ work. Some parts of the collection have been affected by humidity, and restoration efforts may affect what is on view. Check ahead if you want to see a particular exhibit.
FAQ
Where is Museum Nyoman Gunarsa?
It is in Takmung, Klungkung Regency, at Jl. Pertigaan Banda No. 1.
What can you see at the museum?
The collection includes Balinese paintings, wayang puppets and wood carvings, as well as a separate gallery devoted to Nyoman Gunarsa.
How many Nyoman Gunarsa paintings are there?
The museum holds more than 200 paintings by the artist.
