NISKALA: FORMS OF THE UNSEEN
designed by Pierre Charrié for CushCush Gallery
A compelling design collection that blends modern French design with the spiritual traditions and craftsmanship of Bali. Created during the 2023 Artist Designer in Residence (ADIR) at CushCush Gallery, Niskala: Forms of the Unseen is the result of a meaningful journey into the heart of Balinese spirituality and craftsmanship. Inspired by the concept of Niskala, the unseen spiritual realm that coexists with the visible world, each piece tells a story of myth, balance, and transformation.
In partnership with Paris Design Week, Niskala will be showcased as part of Paris Design Factory at Galerie Joseph (Froissart).
Developed in collaboration with master Balinese artists and artisans, Niskala is a playful homage to Bali’s vibrant spirituality and mystique through the prism of contemporary design.
Batuan Table
A centerpiece of the Niskala collection, the Batuan Table is a bold tribute to Bali’s ornamental traditions. Crafted from teak wood and mahogany wood, the table is adorned with a dramatic hand-painted gradient in black and white, using the traditional Batuan painting style. The Batuan painting style on a sculpted three – dimensional relief instead of flat surfaces. This technique creating a harmonious balance between ancient know-how and modern visual aesthetics.
Materials: Teak wood, Mahogany wood, Acrylic paint
Dimensions: 2110 (W) x 1110 (D) x 760 (H) mm
Weight: 48 kg
Year: 2024
Edition Details: Edition of 8 plus 4 AP
Price Indication: on request
- Hand-carved wooden surface
- Detailed Batuan-style painting by I Made Griyawan and team
- Large table
Kayon Screen
Referencing the symbolic “Tree of Life” used in Balinese wayang kulit (shadow puppetry), the Kayon Screen, an abstract representation of universe, is an essential figure use by puppeterer to open and close each performance. Delicately hand-carved from processed cowhide by master puppeteer I Ketut Sudiana’s team.
Materials: Raw cowhide, Indian prickly ash wood, Brass, Silk thread
Dimensions (each): 760 (W) x 65 (D) x 1580 (H) mm
Weight (each): 1.2 kg
Year: 2024
Edition Details: Edition of 8 plus 4 AP
Price Indication: on request
- Translucent hand-carved leather
- Inspired by traditional puppetry symbolism
- Pair of hanging screens
RAMBUT STOOLS
Named after the Indonesian word for “hair,” the Rambut Stools celebrate texture, movement, and duality. This vibrant duo contrasts black ijuk fiber, reminiscent of Balinese thatched roofs, with sisal gebang fiber, echoing the vibrant dance and theater costumes of Balinese Mythical creatures. With their expressive silhouettes, the stools embody the Rwa Bhineda philosophy—balance between opposites and symbolized by poleng. Hand-tied, groomed, and styled by artisan Jero Puspa and team, these stools are a delightful blend of playfulness and practicality.
Materials: Sisal gebang fiber, Bamboo
Dimensions: 450 (W) x 450 (D) x 500 (H) mm
Weight: 12 kg
Year: 2024
Edition Details: Edition of 8 plus 4 AP
Price Indication: on request
Materials: Ijuk aren palm fiber, Black Bamboo
Dimensions: 450 (W) x 450 (D) x 500 (H) mm
Weight: 18 kg
Year: 2024
Edition Details: Edition of 8 plus 4 AP
Price Indication: on request
- Visual contrast in natural fibers
- Rope-tied bamboo base
- Each piece uniquely handcrafted