Le Mayeur Museum
Le Mayeur Museum
3.5
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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This small museum at the north end of Sanur Beach evokes a time of innocence and beauty before the introduction of relatively recent laws banning "immodest dress." Even more impressive than the paintings by the Belgian artist of the young Balinese dancer he married and her friends is the small mansion in which the art and artifacts are housed: a lovely example of Balinese architecture decorated with finely carved and gilded wooden shutters.
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Nigel G
Singapore, Singapore8,666 contributions
Jan 2020 • Business
Located off the beachfront path the museum is well signposted. TA map is excellent for finding location.
Admission charges apply - quite reasonable.
Some of the artwork is original whilst some are substituted with photographs. The display cases of perspex are less than adequate to display - it is sometimes impossible to see the painting and certainly impossible to photograph. The art lacks vibrancy and fails to captivate me.
The art does not appeal to me, but that’s not to says it’s poor or that it will not appeal to others. The presentation is poor and would benefit from renovation / modernisation. Le Mayeur’s model seems to have been a prisoner to his passions, but there again, who am I to comment.
Personally it was a disappointing visit.
Admission charges apply - quite reasonable.
Some of the artwork is original whilst some are substituted with photographs. The display cases of perspex are less than adequate to display - it is sometimes impossible to see the painting and certainly impossible to photograph. The art lacks vibrancy and fails to captivate me.
The art does not appeal to me, but that’s not to says it’s poor or that it will not appeal to others. The presentation is poor and would benefit from renovation / modernisation. Le Mayeur’s model seems to have been a prisoner to his passions, but there again, who am I to comment.
Personally it was a disappointing visit.
Written 10 January 2020
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Tamara and family
3 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
If staying in Sanur do catch a cab to vist Le Mayeur museum. You will likely be the only one visiting and can walk through the 3 main rooms at your own pace. I especially loved the black and white photos of Le mayeur’s wife Pollock. You can sense what it would have been like to live here at a stone throw from the ocean. Some lovely paintings both of his time in Bali and in southern Europe.
Written 25 January 2020
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princymodena
Modena, Italy2,964 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
the couple's residence dates back to the first half of the twentieth century. The wood paneling is wonderful, both the internal ones and those of the sculpted shutters. Original wardrobe and furniture, but unfortunately full of dust.
On the walls are 88 works by the painter Le Mayer, basically with one great muse, namely his wife. Unfortunately, these paintings are also poorly lit and placed under glass cases full of dust and with very dirty glass. The works displayed in the most illuminated points have now faded. the internal doors are all carved in wood and gilded and painted red. externally some facades are carved in stone. It's really a shame because it is one of the few authentic residences of any value left in Bali from that period. Recommended activity for fans, entry at an absolutely low price.
On the walls are 88 works by the painter Le Mayer, basically with one great muse, namely his wife. Unfortunately, these paintings are also poorly lit and placed under glass cases full of dust and with very dirty glass. The works displayed in the most illuminated points have now faded. the internal doors are all carved in wood and gilded and painted red. externally some facades are carved in stone. It's really a shame because it is one of the few authentic residences of any value left in Bali from that period. Recommended activity for fans, entry at an absolutely low price.
Written 5 June 2024
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fact g
Denpasar, Indonesia10 contributions
Feb 2020
I live in Sanur and walk the beach most days, passing Le Mayeur museum every time I do, but I had never been inside before. I didn't know what to expect and kept open mind. I had however visited the Bali Museum at Jalan Mayor Wisnu in Denpasar. To be honest, Remco Koster's review of Le Mayeur nails it. By today's Western standards, this museum makes a very modest attraction. That said, I think it needs to be seen in context. It's the story of a Western painter who came to Bali before the advent of mass tourism and fell in love with a local Balinese woman. There's nothing earth shattering here.
Written 2 February 2020
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JohnGTauranga
Tauranga9 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
This was rated highly in our Lonely Planet guide to Bali. We were disappointed. There was an absence of information on the artworks many of which did not appear to be well preserved and which may soon be lost if not better cared for. There was nobody around to answer questions and possibly the most interesting thing to me was the opportunity to see the inside of a traditional Balinese house. I think there is so much more which could have been done with what was a fascinating subject. One thing which I thought was off was that there was no consideration of the fact a 57 year old man married a 15 year old girl after knowing her for three years. The other thing is that you should take care to ensure you have gone to the toilet before you get there.
Written 4 January 2020
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49yoke
Bali, Indonesia55 contributions
May 2021
beautiful pieces of legendary artist home and gallery are not maintained well - that could be a significant place. managed by government? should be managed privately or by corporate to have quality, cleanliness and maintenance. so sad.
Written 9 July 2021
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Robina C
Cairns, Australia52 contributions
Nov 2022
I first went to this museum about 30 years ago and I had really good memories of that visit, so I decided to return. I am so glad that I did - it is a really magical spot. You really get the "feeling" of the life of this artist - he had obviously travelled extensively and he chose to live on Sanur Beach! His work is stunningly beautiful. I would have love to have bought some prints. The museum is in what was his house, so it is quite small, with interconnected rooms. If you have any interest in art, do make the effort to visit this museum - you will find it a memorable experience.
Written 3 November 2022
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Dan L
Bunbury, Australia8,802 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
The real purpose of our visit to this beach area was to visit the Le Mayeur Museum and view his works and collection of Balinese art and artefacts. One thing about Bali, the visitor seldom knows in advance if an attraction is closed for the day, even our driver was surprised as his grapevine had not given him any information. Disappointed, we headed back along the beach to enjoy some refreshments and to browse a few shops.
Written 27 August 2023
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Aranoa N
Granada, Spain15 contributions
Oct 2024 • Family
Sadly I can not give better score to this small museum located on Sanur beach, on the same walk.
The paintings on display are covered by dirty glass that prevents observing the works of this painter. There are a few pieces of furniture and objects from the period that Le Mayeur acquired for very little money. But covered in chicken, with little preservation.
The price paid for access to this small house (there are 3 rooms) is 75,000 Rupees per person for foreigners, it is a very high price in Indonesia for the poor state of preservation of the exhibited pieces.
The paintings on display are covered by dirty glass that prevents observing the works of this painter. There are a few pieces of furniture and objects from the period that Le Mayeur acquired for very little money. But covered in chicken, with little preservation.
The price paid for access to this small house (there are 3 rooms) is 75,000 Rupees per person for foreigners, it is a very high price in Indonesia for the poor state of preservation of the exhibited pieces.
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Written 31 October 2024
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JR_Essex
Chelmsford, UK585 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Interesting place to visit and read the history and see the artwork of Le Mayeur. It goes to show how times have changed as he would probably have been arrested now for painting a 15 year old girl topless! Everything is all a bit tired and the artworks are fading but worth a visit.
Written 11 May 2023
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1. Evening. They are accommodative and events held after closing hours. Do discuss a donation. Our discussion on many matters were probably 6 to 9 months ago. Please check for current status. Phone is as listed above. Cheers
Written 26 December 2016
Whereabouts is it in terms of location? What's it near?
Written 17 February 2015
at the north end of Sanur just past the Bali Beach Hotel
it is a lovely walk as the avenue is wide and tree shaded or you can ride a bike - my husband usually hires one for the month so rides everywhere but I like to walk
Written 17 February 2015
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