Exhibition of Wrathful Deities in Tibetan Buddhist Art at Brooklyn Museum

The Rubin Museum has installed a Tibetan Buddhist shrine room at the Brooklyn Museum, featuring wrathful deities. This display includes depictions of fierce, flaming, and fanged figures from Tibetan Buddhist traditions. The installation is documented through photographs by Dave de Armas. It showcases religious art that represents protective and transformative aspects within Buddhist practice. The exhibition highlights the cultural and spiritual significance of these deities in Tibetan contexts. It provides visitors with an immersive experience of a traditional shrine setting. The collaboration between the Rubin Museum and Brooklyn Museum brings this specialized art to a broader audience. This presentation underscores the importance of preserving and sharing Himalayan artistic heritage.