• Mowilex Indonesia launches “Balinese Woodcarving: A Heritage to Treasure”, a chronicle of an iconic artform, as a pledge to preserve Balinese culture and art.
• The book follows the lives of five Balinese woodcarvers and reveals their dedication, inspiration and meticulous craft.
• Balinese woodcarving is a cornerstone of Indonesia’s creative economy, contributing 8.47 percent to the Gross Regional Domestic Product (PDRB) in 2018.
• The book aims to teach, delight and inspire hoteliers, designers, and anyone interested in art, craft, Bali or woodcarving.

Ubud, June 14, 2019

Mowilex Indonesia honoured its commitment to preserve Balinese heritage by launching the long-awaited photographic book “Balinese Woodcarving – A Heritage to Treasure” at Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) Museum and Resort in Ubud, Bali.

Guests included local artists, hoteliers and entrepreneurs, who were fascinated and enthralled by 20 gifted Balinese woodcarvers and their spellbinding creations.

These skilled artisans and talented craftsmen understand the importance of preserving Balinese artforms. And Mowilex, purveyor of premium wood stain products, share this passion and commitment.

“We’re honoured that Balinese artisans have entrusted the protection, decoration, and preservation of their masterpieces to Mowilex wood stain products, for almost half a century. We listen to feedback so we can create the finest products for these wooden masterpieces,” said Mowilex Indonesia President Director Niko Safavi.

About Mowilex Indonesia

Founded in 1970, PT Mowilex produces premium paint products in Indonesia. Their products have been used in offices, hotels, apartments, and homes, and is known for its ease of use and high quality. PT Mowilex Indonesia has achieved a number of rewards such as First Place Word of Mouth Marketing Award – Decorative Paint Category 2009, 2011 and 2013 as well as The First Champion Indonesia Original Brand 2014.