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A photograph of a crowded devotee moment before an ornate gold-and-cream throne. A central figure in a red-orange turban, long swept-back hair, a rust-orange wrap and a long multi-coloured flower garland raises one hand in blessing; the garland, turban and dress suggest a Swamiji (probable) presentation, though the face is not used for identification. Around him, a man in a green-and-navy checked shirt and jeans holds a selfie stick with a woman in a green-and-red striped sari who smiles and leans in; a woman in a dark red blouse and maroon handbag stands at left; a man in a pink shirt with a lanyard stands at right; another woman in red stands at far right. A man in white dhoti-style clothing and a gold necklace stands at far left with raised palms. Mother-of-pearl-style gold carved throne panels frame the scene.

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Photograph of a devotional gathering on a stage before an ornate golden throne-style backdrop. A central figure wears a rust-orange turban, orange robe and a long beaded mala with blue, white and red garland flowers, and stands among the group. To the left, a bare-chested man in a white dhoti with gold trim watches. A man in a blue-and-green checked shirt and jeans holds a small stick or wand, while a woman in red and a woman in a green-and-red sari with a cream blouse lean in; one raises a phone or camera on a stand. A man in a pink shirt stands at right beside a woman in a red sari. Several people are visible, all standing close together.2016-04-30A group of devotees and visitors gathers close together for a selfie beside a central figure seated in front of an ornate gilded golden backdrop. The central figure wears a red-orange turban, an orange-saffron shawl and a garland of white, red and blue flowers, and gives a hand gesture. A man in a checked green-and-blue shirt and jeans holds a selfie stick with a phone, while a woman in a green-and-orange sari smiles beside him. Other people include a woman in a maroon-and-gold sari with a maroon bag, a man in a pink shirt, and a figure in white dhoti with gold shoulder ornaments at left. Ornate gold-patterned thrones and a red-draped stage frame the scene.2016-04-30April 30 20162016-04-30Group photo at a Kalpataru darshan event in front of an ornate gold throne with curved gilt carvings and a red seat. A figure seated on the throne wears an orange-red turban, an orange robe and a long rudraksha mala with white and red flower garlands, and is smiling. A bearded man in white kurta-pyjama stands at the front, while others crowd around: a man in a grey shirt at left, a man in a white shirt wearing a red lanyard, a woman in a multicoloured sari, a man in a yellow shirt at right and a smiling young woman at far right. All appear to be in close contact with the seated figure. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has a turban, orange robes and a rudraksha mala with garlands, matching the page description of Kalpataru darshan at the Kumbh Mela. Visible text on the image is limited to a copyright notice.2016-04-30 +1 copiesA seated figure on an ornate gilded throne with a red cushion, wearing an orange-saffron turban, orange robe and long rudraksha mala, holds a mobile phone while surrounded by a crowd. Standing devotees in white shirts and dhotis reach toward him, and women in saris offer apples. A gilded lion-head armrest and carved floral side panels frame the throne in a temple-like hall, and a small brass lamp appears at right.2016-04-30April 23 20162016-04-23A photo taken at a golden throne with an ornate carved back and a gilded lion-head armrest. A smiling man in saffron-orange robes and a matching orange turban sits on a red cushion, wearing a white and blue flower garland, rudraksha mala and beads. Beside him a priest with a shaved head, white tilak and orange shawl holds a food offering near the gilded lion. A woman in red and green sari holds out a hand with a sweet and raises a phone to photograph him. Another woman in a red sari stands behind the throne, a cameraman with a tripod stands at left, and people in yellow and red clothing are in the foreground. Several devotees are visible.2016-04-30April 30 20162016-04-30A seated figure on an ornate gold throne with lion-head armrests and a red cushion, wearing a rust-orange turban with a silver brooch, rust-orange robe, a long multi-strand gold necklace, and a large garland of pink, red and white flowers. He smiles and reaches out to a devotee. Around him, people in orange, pink, green and teal clothing stand close; a bald priest in orange and red cloth with rudraksha beads faces him from the front, and women in pink and red saris with rudraksha malas watch. Golden trident and ornamental pillars frame the throne against a dark backdrop with a painted deity panel behind.2016-05-01A seated figure in a saffron-red turban, red-orange robes, and layered beaded necklaces sits on a red cushioned seat before an ornate gold carved throne with lion-head armrest and a hanging bell. A standing saffron-clad priest with a rudraksha mala and shaved head stands beside him, and a man in a white shirt and green shawl holds his palms together in namaste. Devotees in striped shirts and a woman kneeling in a dark sari with gold necklace watch closely. The setting is an indoor shrine room with gold-leaf decor and a green-and-white wall. The seated figure's raised hand gestures in greeting.2014-11-22A seated man on a gilded throne wears an orange-red turban, a white flower garland, a gold chest ornament and an orange-red cloth, and holds a fruit in one hand while another hand rests on a kneeling man's head. A bald priest in orange robes with a wooden staff and a beaded mala stands behind, and a seated monk in orange with a mala sits to the right. A young man in a blue checked shirt kneels with cupped hands, holding fruit. Several women in saris and a white kurta stand in the background, one holding a child, under a red draped backdrop with a golden carved pillar.2015-10-25A seated man in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate gold-covered throne beneath an orange fringed parasol, smiling, with a red bindi, a long gold-beaded necklace and an ornamental pendant on his chest. He appears to match the Swamiji (probable) appearance cues of long swept-back hair, saffron clothing and ceremonial gold necklace, and is seated before a crowd. Around him stand attendants holding long silver ceremonial staffs with trident and axe-like finials; one man in white with a red shawl holds a mala-like staff. A woman in a striped red-and-orange shawl holds a pink packet and green fruit, and an older woman in a grey shawl and a man in a striped blue shirt sit in front. Men and women in red and white shawls stand behind, with a stone temple wall in the background.2013-12-17