Vajrapani and Garuda

Choying Dorje, the Tenth Black Hat Karmapa

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a vertically oriented, rectangular textile artwork with a predominantly orange background. The artwork is divided into three main sections. The top section features a large figure with wings and a black headdress, surrounded by clouds. The figure has a muscular build, is mostly nude, and has a long, red and blue tail. The middle section contains a dark blue square with a figure surrounded by flames. The figure appears to be wearing a black skirt and has a red and gold headpiece. The bottom section features another large figure with wings, similar to the one at the top, but with a few distinct differences. This figure also has a muscular build and a black headdress, with a long tail. The artwork has a green border on either side with a floral pattern. The artwork appears to be made of silk or another smooth fabric and has two brown cords at the top for hanging.