Masks of Bali is the first complete study of the origins, history and the living legacy of Balinese mask dance, an ancient performance art that has existed for over a thousand years. Authored by the acclaimed mask dancer and scholar Prof. I Made Bandem and Indonesian art expert Bruce W. Carpenter, the book is a richly illustrated visual tour de force that includes rare historical photos, artworks and stunning contemporary images of living traditions. Magisterial in scope, it contains more than 600 masks, many of which are rare and unpublished, which were diligently sourced over a period of four years from temples, museums and private collections around the world. Beautifully designed and painstakingly researched by a team of experts, Masks of Bali marks a major contribution to the study of Balinese art and culture.