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December 24 2013

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A decorated deity murti stands in a gilded arched shrine framed by thick garlands of red roses, white flowers, yellow marigolds and purple blossoms. The figure wears a jewelled crown, a large jewelled necklace with red and green stones, and a white dhoti. In front is a golden elephant-shaped vahana on a wheeled gold platform, draped with a gold cloth. A large backdrop behind shows a pink cloth edge and a portrait. No physical people are visible.2011-10-04A decorated silver-and-gold deity murti of Krishna stands within a gilded arch, dressed in an orange and gold dhoti with ornate silver necklaces and a jewelled crown, holding a flute. He is framed by garlands of red, purple, yellow and green flowers and leaves. A golden elephant pedestal with raised trunk supports the figure, and a green silk cloth lies beneath. No people are visible, and the figure is a statue rather than a person.2013-04-16A deity murti stands in a gold-framed arched niche decorated with red and pink roses, purple and yellow flower garlands and green leaf garlands. The figure wears an orange and gold skirt, layered silver necklaces, a jewelled crown and a red-and-silver ornament, and holds a green stem in one hand. Below stands a gold-plated elephant statue with an upraised trunk and ornate harness, with a green silk cloth draped above it and red petals scattered on the garlands. No people are visible.2013-04-16 +1 copiesA deity murti stands within a gilded arched frame, decorated with red and yellow flower garlands, purple beaded garlands and green leaf festoons. The figure wears layered silver-toned jewellery, a red gem pendant, an orange and red brocade skirt, and holds a green-tipped stem. A golden elephant-shaped stand with a raised trunk supports the display in front of a plush maroon throne with a striped tiger-print cushion. No people are visible. The shrine setting is decorated with flowers in a temple-like hall.2013-04-16 +1 copiesOctober 26 20112011-10-26A deity murti is seated on a golden elephant-shaped seat before an ornate gold arched backdrop, draped with garlands of red, yellow and white flowers with green leaves. The figure wears an orange silk garment with gold border, a gold crown with red jewel, layered jewelled necklaces and bangles. Its hands hold lotus-like objects. No living person is clearly the focus; the scene is a decorated ritual murti display.2015-04-23April 16 20132013-04-16December 24 20132013-12-24October 03 20112011-10-03January 08 20152015-01-08 +1 copiesA deity murti stands in a gilded arched shrine on a golden elephant-shaped pedestal. The figure wears a red silk garment with a gold border, a tall crown, and a white flower garland with a long necklace. Layered garlands of white, yellow, pink and purple flowers cover the shrine arch and sides. A golden elephant base and ornate gold frame surround the idol against a colourful painted backdrop. No people are visible in the scene.2011-12-03October 26 20112011-10-26