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June 22 2009

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Close-up photograph of the ornate gold-toned metal crest of a red velvet throne-like seat. A central circular medallion shows a seated deity murti pair, one figure holding a trident-like staff, with scrollwork, foliate motifs and a pointed arch crown above. No people are visible in the frame.2011-07-01July 01 20112011-07-01December 05 20162016-12-05December 05 20162016-12-05Close-up photograph of an ornately embossed gold surface with swirling scrolls, curling wave-like forms and raised floral or cloud motifs. No people are visible.2010-10-06Close-up photograph of an ornate gold repoussé metal surface with swirling scrollwork, paisley-like motifs and beaded borders, possibly part of a throne or palanquin decoration. In the lower centre a red gemstone set in a circular gold ornament is partly visible, and a pale hand or fabric edge appears at the lower left. No people are clearly visible as whole figures.2011-05-30November 05 20112011-11-05Making Of Sacred Arts UniversityClose-up photograph of an ornate gold-coloured metal ornament shaped like a teardrop or leaf, with embossed floral scrollwork and a central roundel depicting a peacock with spread tail feathers. It is mounted atop a red and navy textured cloth covering, with gold embroidered motifs visible at lower left, and a golden finial above. A blurred background shows green foliage and a red rope or cord. No people are visible.2016-01-11A close photograph of an ornate gilded metal deity murti standing within a large decorated arch-shaped frame with carved scrollwork and foliate motifs. The figure wears a tall crown, layered jewellery and a garland-like necklace, and holds a small object in one hand. Behind it, a person in orange-saffron cloth is partly visible at the edge of the frame, with orange and red textiles around. The scene suggests ritual setting with bright golden highlights.2006-08-22Close-up photograph of an ornate gold-toned metal ceremonial canopy or crown-shaped finial atop a decorated base featuring a carved face with a kirtimukha-style motif and leaf-shaped side ornaments. The tiered umbrella-like top has hanging fringe tassels in red and gold. The background is blurred, showing a figure draped in yellow and orange flower garlands and a dark cloth, with bright lights beyond. No people are clearly visible; the figure in the background is unclear and not used for identification.2016-12-05A large ornate gilded metal throne back, or peetha, dominates the frame, with repoussé carving of foliage, scrolls and a sculpted face at the top. A gilded face-like medallion in the centre has a turban-like headdress and an open-mouthed expression, flanked by pointed leaf motifs and curled finials. A small domed finial rises from the top. Two matching gilded seats stand to either side in a sunlit tented venue with a red floor covering. No physical people are visible.2016-12-05