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The Gateway
of Time

From the Majapahit maritime era to the
legendary world of Mads Lange, explore the pivotal histories that shaped Bali and beyond.

The
Celestial Kilns

Behold a world-class archive of imperial
vases and ancient porcelain, showcasing the pinnacle of Chinese ceramic art through the legendary Song and Yuan dynasties.

The
Collector’s Soul

Experience an extraordinary collection of
world icons from the rare archives of Fidel Castro to the prestigious private galleries of Adam Malik and Annemarie Kipar.

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Unveiling the Soul of the Archipelago

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    Guided experience

    Visitors are guided through an extended exhibition space
    to discover Indonesia's history going back 2,000 years.

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    A private collection

    A lifelong dedication to the arts by Dr. Peter Bloch,
    presented with imaginative, museum-quality storytelling.

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    In the heart of Bali

    Perched above a dramatic river gorge
    on the edge of the Balinese rainforest.

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A Tour of Indonesia
Brought to Life

A lifelong dedication

The privately-owned collection reflects Dr. Peter Bloch’s keen dedication to the arts, with unique masterpieces and imaginative presentation.

Rooms by theme

Each room, entered through elaborately carved antique Balinese wooden doors, features a specific theme of paintings, antiques, and textiles from across Indonesia.

Beyond the ordinary

As the tour ends, the past lingers—mythologies, masks, woven textiles, and curiosities revealing the archipelago’s incredible complexity.

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Stories in the Museum

Porcelain Rooms

Porcelain Rooms

Offer an expansive journey through two dedicated levels of the museum, beginning on the first floor as the inaugural gallery of Museum P.B.C.

Bale Gede Room

Bale Gede Room

Showcases the architectural grandeur and social importance of the traditional Balinese "great pavilion." Historically serving as the most formal structure within a family compound, the Bale Gede is a place for sacred life-cycle rituals, high-level meetings, and the reception of honored guests.

Majapahit Room

Majapahit Room

The Majapahit Room is dedicated to the history and cultural influence of the Majapahit Empire, which reached its zenith in the 14th century.

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3 Highlights to Discover

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Sacred artifacts

Sacred golden and wooden artifacts, furniture, and textiles from Bali’s royal palaces created by the island’s most skillful craftsmen and artisans.

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Epic stories

The great Hindu epics of the Mahabharata and the Ramayana—meticulously carved into an impressive pair of mammoth tusks from a remarkable historical collection.

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Textiles and batik

Original woven textiles and Indonesia's batik fabrics and mythologies—enthusiastic interpretations and rare pieces found throughout the exhibition.

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A RARE AND UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

Indonesian and Oriental Art
Beyond the Ordinary

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