1915–1999

Ida Bagus Made

Ida Bagus Made (1915–1999) was a traditional Balinese artist from Ubud, Indonesia. Known also as Ida Bagus Made Poleng and Ida Bagus Made Tebesaya, he made a significant contribution to 20th-century Indonesian art.

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Biography

Ida Bagus Made was born in 1915 in Ubud, on the island of Bali, Indonesia. He was a traditional Balinese artist whose creative work spanned a large part of the 20th century. He is also known under the names Ida Bagus Made Poleng and Ida Bagus Made Tebesaya, as well as simply Gus Made. Ida Bagus Made is an important figure in Indonesian art, and his works continue to be studied and valued as part of the national cultural heritage. He passed away in 1999, leaving behind a significant artistic legacy.

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