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Banyumulek

Vast rice fields surround the village of Banyumulek. Here, the potters produce an incredible variety of earthenware traditionally used for many purposes, including preparation and serving food and ceremonies connected with village life. Three styles of planter pots in a range of sizes are also made in Banyumulek.

Masbagik Timur

The village of Masbagik Timur is the most isolated of the three villages. Here, the earthenware designs are characterized by the use of geometric burnished decoration on simple forms. Some potters also produce striking designs with triangles of bone inlay. The classic "tall jars" of Masbagik make great pieces for home decor. Serving bowls and the "jambangan" casserole are also very popular with Westerners.

Penujak

In Penujak village in Central Lombok, the potters are using simple kilns to fire their pottery which often has carved designs of applied decoration such as lizards and frogs. Potters from this village make jars up to 33 inches high by 30 inches diameter, as well as a large variety of tabletop pieces. Penujak platters with incised or stamped decoration make great fruit bowls or serving pieces and the smaller size is perfect for a pasta or curry plate.

Technically, there are very few differences in the processes used in each of the three villages. What really makes a difference however, is the characters of the potters themselves, and this is highlighted in the designs of the pots from each village.