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January 12 2015

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Two large painted statues of deities dressed for worship stand on a dirt ground at an outdoor ritual site. The figure on the left wears a navy blue top, green skirt, gold crown and multiple garlands of yellow marigolds with red roses, holding a hand in abhaya gesture. The figure on the right wears red with a leopard-print patterned garment, a gold crown and a large multicoloured striped arch-shaped backdrop, garlanded with yellow flowers. Brass oil lamps and a brass vessel sit at their feet. Purple cloth and more flower garlands are visible in the background behind a railing. No physical people are visible in the frame.2015-01-12Two processional deity murtis (utsava murtis) stand side by side in a decorated shrine niche, both with painted faces and copper-toned bodies. The figure on the left wears a tall silver-and-jewelled crown, a white jewelled necklace and a striped green-and-red dhoti, one hand raised. The figure on the right wears a jewelled headdress, layered white and red bead necklaces, and a deep orange-red sari. Both are framed by thick garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and white blossoms, with a golden-orange drape behind and a blue cloth at the left edge. No physical people are visible.2011-12-11 +1 copiesNovember 24 20102010-11-24Two gilded deity murti stand side by side in a shrine decorated with thick garlands of red, yellow, white, green and purple flowers that drape down both sides. The figure on the left has a red and gold sari with a sheer red veil, raises one hand in a blessing pose and wears layered jewellery and a golden kiritam. The figure on the right wears a yellow and gold sari, a crown, a green stone pendant necklace and holds a small object in one hand. A red cloth lies in the foreground beside a stone object. The background shows gold and pink drapery, with no people visible.2013-07-19November 24th To 27 2005 - Highlights Of NSP in Salem2005-11-24A photograph of two gilded deity murtis seated side by side on a raised platform, framed by a tall arch of garlands in red, yellow, purple, green and white flowers. The figure on the left wears an orange garment over yellow dhoti, a black cap, a rudraksha-style bead necklace and holds a staff; the figure on the right wears a blue-and-gold garment, an ornate crown-like headdress, layered necklaces and holds a golden object. A brass elephant figure sits at the lower left. A gold-decorated backdrop sits behind. These are statues, not people.2013-07-12November 24 20102010-11-24June 30 20132013-06-30Photograph of a deity murti pair seated on a throne-like seat, dressed and garlanded with a densely layered arch of marigold-yellow, red, white, purple and green flower garlands. The left murti is silver-toned with raised palm, ornate gold-and-silver necklaces and an orange-red skirt, with a black upswept hairstyle and red forehead mark. The right murti is also silver-toned with a white and gold headdress, a large jewelled chest ornament and an orange garment. Both sit on a blue silk cloth, and a terracotta kalasha stands in front of them. Gold ornamental carving is visible behind, with a red drape at the left edge.2013-07-11Two golden metal deity murtis stand side by side, decorated with yellow and white flower garlands and silver-gold jewelry. The figure on the left wears a tall gilded crown, a maroon garment with a teal and pink border, and holds a trident-like staff and other ritual objects. The figure on the right wears a gold crown and an orange silk sari with gold border and white-and-yellow garlands. A golden figure with a rudraksha-style bead appears at the lower left, and a red canopy and ornate pillars frame the scene. No physical people are visible.2010-11-24October 03 20082008-10-03Two performers in elaborate Kali-style costume stand side by side against a red wall with string lights. The figure on the left has orange-red painted skin, a tongue extended, a jeweled crown with a golden headdress, multiple arms holding weapons, and a garland of white, yellow and pink flowers over a beaded necklace. The figure on the right has dark green painted skin, a tongue extended, an ornate crown with red and blue feathered backing, large gold earrings, a gem-studded collar and garlands of flowers, holding a trident and other implements. Both costumes are richly decorated with bright colours and sequins.2016-12-09