Museum Le Mayeur

Museum Le Mayeur

The Le Mayeur Museum stands as a tribute to the life and artistry of Adrien-Jean Le Mayeur de Merpres, a Belgian painter captivated by the allure of Bali's Sanur shores. This memorial museum preserves his legacy, showcasing his impressive artworks and personal history.

Le Mayeur's journey to Bali was marked by a profound love for both art and women, particularly his wife and muse, Ni Pollok, a Legong dancer. Settling in Bali, he immersed himself in painting, developing his unique impressionistic 'dob' style characterized by thick, fluent brushstrokes.

Upon Le Mayeur's passing in 1958, his cherished mansion, now the museum, became a testament to their love story and artistic legacy, bequeathed to the Indonesian government. The museum's architecture reflects classical Balinese elements, with sculpted stone walls, carved wood furnishings, and motifs inspired by wayang shadow puppets.

Visitors to the museum can explore the couple's former living quarters, including Le Mayeur's studio, study, and Ni Pollok's vanity corner. The museum houses over eighty artworks, categorized into five collections based on the mediums Le Mayeur used, offering insight into his artistic evolution and inspirations.

Situated on Sanur Beachfront, the museum welcomes visitors to experience the timeless romance of Le Mayeur and Ni Pollok's story, depicted through their artworks and personal artifacts. Opening hours are from Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 14:00, and the museum can be easily accessed from Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, Bali.