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August 29 2011

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A photograph of two metal deity murti in a temple shrine against a magenta silk backdrop. The figure on the left wears an ornate gold crown with a peacock feather fan and red and green jewel inlay, an orange cloth draped over the shoulders, a crescent ornament at the crown, a red tilak, and layered jeweled necklaces. The figure on the right wears a jeweled crown, nose ring and a gold-bordered veil, with a teal and pink sari and red flower garlands around the neck. A gold kalasha-style ornament and a brass lamp stand are at the edges. No living people are visible.2011-08-29Two gilded deity murtis stand side by side before an orange draped backdrop framed by an ornate gold arch. The figure on the left, with a trident (trishul) at his side and a raised golden palm, wears a red and gold turban, a rudraksha mala, a blue garment, and bright round ornaments. Beside him, the figure on the right wears a tall jewelled crown, large floral-patterned earrings, a layered necklace, and a garland of red roses. A green parrot perches between them, and fresh rose garlands and green leaves decorate the scene. The image shows statues, not living people.2013-09-18August 29 20112011-08-29 +1 copiesJune 18 20092009-06-18Two golden metal murti figures of deities are seated side by side in front of a deep red velvet drape with an ornate gold arch frame. The figure on the left wears a red turban with a jeweled crown, a red garment, layered jeweled necklaces and large paisley-shaped earrings, and holds a raised ritual object in one hand. The figure on the right wears a tall black jeweled crown with circular red and white gemstone medallions, a purple garment, and layered gold and multicolored necklaces with paisley earrings. Red flower garlands rest at the right edge. No living people are visible.2009-06-18November 05 20102010-11-05October 09 20132013-10-09May 02 20132013-05-02Close-up of a golden deity murti pair before a gold-and-orange draped backdrop, with an ornate gilded arch above. The figure on the left, shown with a trident and a snake-entwined staff, wears a red-and-gold turban, a tilak on the forehead, a jewelled necklace and a kumkum-marked brow. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled crown, a red sari with gold embroidery, heavy gemstone jewellery and a parrot-like green bird perched on a lotus stalk. Jewelled hands and decorated ornaments are visible; no physical people are present in the frame.2013-06-06A photograph of two golden deity murtis seated before a magenta silk backdrop framed by a gold arch. The figure on the left wears an ornate gold crown with peacock-feather accents, an orange cloth draped over the shoulders, a vibhuti/kumkum mark on the forehead, and a layered jewelled necklace. It holds a golden sword-like implement and a raised hand in abhaya gesture. The figure on the right wears a jewelled crown, orange-red silk sari, and layered gold necklaces, with yellow marigold and green leaf garlands draped on both. No physical people are visible.2011-09-03 +1 copiesTwo gilded metal deity murtis stand in a temple niche framed by an ornate golden arch and a green sequined curtain. The figure on the left, holding a silver trident, wears an orange turban with pearl strands and a jewelled ornament, and has a bright jewelled hand raised in blessing. The figure on the right wears a black crown set with jewels and holds a ceremonial flame-shaped staff. Both are draped in red and white flower garlands and wear elaborate gold necklaces. The murtis are statues, not living people.2012-05-10November 27 20112011-11-27