This is an extraordinary vintage Balinese painting by the famed artist Raka. It is so exquisitely painted. Not only is there unimaginable precision involved it this work, there is an inspired sense of color and structure and an animated sensibility to the figures. In simple words, it is alive! The work is framed in a Jerry Solomon archival frame. This was an extremely expensive undertaking to preserve its future. Ubud was a center for this type of work. It exhibits classic tradition and there is a true reverence to history in all ways. The natural dyes used to create this work are subtle, and although brilliant at times, the overall work has a serenity about it. In the frame it measures 16 by 21 inches. Work at this level should really be housed in a museum. It is being offered for the very first time from our collection. Our hope is that it will find a new home that will preserve it for the next generation.