Skull Bliss began with a love of the traditional craft of Balinese skull carving. It was our dream to bring these unique works of art into homes around the world – while giving back to the communities that made them, and honoring an ancient skill.
Skull carving goes back centuries, and the meaning behind the craft is still alive in Balinese homes right up to the present day.
The True Meaning of Balinese Skull Carving
Symbolism and Protection
In Balinese culture, carved skulls are symbols of protection. They often act as guardians in homes and sacred spaces, harnessing their protective properties and warding off evil spirits.
Connection to Nature
Carved skulls also reflect the Balinese belief in the interdependence of all living things, representing harmony between humans and the natural world. Using animal skulls for craft and keeping them in the home represents a deep connection to nature, and honors the cycle of life and death.
Artistic expression
Skull carving is truly a form of artistic expression. Animal skulls are a canvas that allows Balinese artisans to showcase their skills and creativity, with their personal expression and aesthetic sensibilities carved into every intricate pattern and unique design.
How Skull Bliss Honors a Centuries-Old Tradition
The skulls we source are hand-carved by highly trained artisans, using skills that take years to master. Each skull takes up to three days to individually craft, resulting in truly bespoke pieces.
Passing down these skills helps preserve original techniques, and keeps the art form alive today. It also supports local craftsmen and their families to make a fair living wage. We ensure an ethical supply chain that brings the skulls directly to you, with no middleman, to actively support these communities.
THE MEANING BEHIND BALINESE SKULL CARVING
Skull Bliss began with a love of the traditional craft of Balinese skull carving. It was our dream to bring these unique works of art into homes around the world – while giving back to the communities that made them, and honoring an ancient skill.
Skull carving goes back centuries, and the meaning behind the craft is still alive in Balinese homes right up to the present day.
The True Meaning of Balinese Skull Carving
Symbolism and Protection
In Balinese culture, carved skulls are symbols of protection. They often act as guardians in homes and sacred spaces, harnessing their protective properties and warding off evil spirits.
Connection to Nature
Carved skulls also reflect the Balinese belief in the interdependence of all living things, representing harmony between humans and the natural world. Using animal skulls for craft and keeping them in the home represents a deep connection to nature, and honors the cycle of life and death.
Artistic Expression
Skull carving is truly a form of artistic expression. Animal skulls are a canvas that allows Balinese artisans to showcase their skills and creativity, with their personal expression and aesthetic sensibilities carved into every intricate pattern and unique design.
How Skull Bliss Honors a Centuries-Old Tradition
The skulls we source are hand-carved by highly trained artisans, using skills that take years to master. Each skull takes up to three days to individually craft, resulting in truly bespoke pieces.
Passing down these skills helps preserve original techniques, and keeps the art form alive today. It also supports local craftsmen and their families to make a fair living wage. We ensure an ethical supply chain that brings the skulls directly to you, with no middleman, to actively support these communities.