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June 02 2009

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A dark stone statue of a deity figure stands outdoors among trees, wearing an orange-red turban with gold border and an orange-red shawl draped over the shoulders and body. Multicoloured flower garlands of white, yellow, purple and magenta blossoms hang across the chest and arms. The statue's raised hand holds a small object, and a bangle encircles the wrist. Behind it, a metal pole and greenery fill the background. This is a statue, not a living person, so no physical people are present.2009-06-01A dark stone statue of a four-armed deity stands on a carved rock base outdoors, in front of leafy green trees. The figure wears an orange and maroon striped turban, an orange-saffron wrap draped over one shoulder and body, and a red tilak on the forehead. A rudraksha mala hangs at the chest. Garlands of white jasmine, red roses, yellow marigolds and purple flowers drape over the shoulders and down both sides. Its upper hands hold a trident-like staff and a drum-like object, while the lower hands are in blessing and holding poses. The base shows carved figures. Small yellow petals lie on the ground.2010-01-13 +1 copiesA dark stone deity murti stands outdoors among green leaves, wearing an orange and saffron cloth wrapped over its head and shoulders, with a red bindi on the forehead. Thick garlands of yellow marigolds, white jasmine and purple and red flowers hang across its chest. Its raised hands hold a drum-like object and a flame-shaped sceptre, and one hand is raised in a blessing gesture. The statue is the only figure in the scene, with no living people visible.2010-09-14A dark stone statue of a standing sage or saint in orange saffron cloth draped over the shoulder, wearing a saffron headband, stands within a white carved arch surrounded by banyan tree branches and aerial roots. Long garlands of yellow and purple flowers with pink blossoms hang from its neck and shoulders. One hand is raised near the chest and the base of the statue has carved relief figures. A camera rig and blue pole are visible at the left edge. No living people are visible.2008-12-10August 08 20102010-08-08 +1 copiesSeptember 14 20102010-09-14A dark stone statue of a seated Dakshinamurti-style teacher figure sits on a black carved pedestal under a large banyan tree, framed by an ornate silver arch. The figure wears an orange-saffron dhoti and shawl with gold-bordered edges, an orange and gold turban, and rudraksha mala beads. Multicoloured marigold and jasmine garlands in yellow, purple and white drape over the shoulders and lap. One raised hand holds a mudra and the other rests on the knee. Relief carvings on the base show smaller seated figures in meditation. The setting is an outdoor temple courtyard with a white wall and red stone behind. No people are present.2010-02-10A large black stone statue of a multi-armed deity stands outdoors among green leafy trees. The statue wears an orange saffron cloth draped over its body and an orange head wrap with a gold border, with a red tilak on the forehead. It is heavily garlanded with white jasmine, yellow and purple marigold strands, red roses and rudraksha beads. Several of its hands are raised in mudras, and a tall white carved arch frames the right side of the image.2010-12-16January 21 20112011-01-21A dark stone statue of a seated figure wearing an orange turban with gold-bordered fabric and a tied fan-like top, draped in an orange shawl with gold border. Multiple garlands of white jasmine, yellow and purple flowers hang across the chest and shoulders. The figure holds a staff-like object upright beside the shoulder. Blurred green trees and a white pole appear in the background. No living people are visible.2009-06-02A dark stone statue of a four-armed deity stands outdoors among green tree foliage, framed by an ornate silver-toned arch. The figure wears an orange cloth draped over the body, a striped green-and-orange headwrap, and a red bindi on the forehead. White jasmine garlands, red rose garlands and yellow marigold strands hang across the chest, with gold-foil wrapped coconuts or fruits tied at the shoulders and waist. A rudraksha-style bead mala hangs at the chest. One raised hand holds a small drum-like object and another holds a flame-like implement, while the lower hands are in a blessing and a resting gesture. The base carries carved relief figures.2010-07-04January 21 20112011-01-21