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Two metal deity murtis stand side by side in a gilded arched shrine, decorated with fresh flower garlands in yellow, orange, red, purple and white and silver ornamental necklaces. The left figure wears a tall orange-and-gold crown, holds a trident-like staff, and is dressed in striped maroon and gold cloth. The right figure wears a jewelled crown and an orange skirt, holds a green-and-gold staff, and has layered silver jewellery. Orange cloth drapes below them over a red backdrop, with a small offering plate in front. At the right edge, a partly visible man in white ritual cloth stands near the shrine.

Two life-size metal murti figures are seated side by side on an orange cloth draped over a golden-framed shrine with ornate repoussé scrollwork. The figure on the left wears an orange crown, a silver-toned ornamented necklace, a striped maroon dhoti and holds a raised hand; the figure on the right wears a silver crown, layered jeweled necklaces, an orange garment and a green sash. Both are adorned with thick garlands of yellow marigolds, orange and white flowers and purple blossoms. A red backdrop and a partly visible banner with Tamil script surround the shrine, with a white-clad person at the far left edge and a plain stage table below.

A decorated golden murti pair of deities stands in an ornate golden arched niche, draped in marigold and multicolored flower garlands. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, red and gold ornate necklaces, and a cream dhoti, raising one hand in abhaya mudra while holding a staff. The figure on the right wears a black crown with a red flower, gold jewelry, and a red blouse, holding a lotus-like object. A brass kalasha-style object and a basket of offerings sit at the lower right. This is a photograph of deity murtis, not living people.

2008-12-26 +1 copies

Two golden deity murtis, a male figure in an orange-and-green dress and a female figure in a red and maroon sari, stand side by side on a shrine framed by garlands of yellow marigolds and red roses with green leaves. Both wear ornate gold crowns, layered jewelled necklaces and gold armlets; the male figure holds a gold hand-sign and the female figure is adorned with a flower garland. Behind them is a gold ornate arch with draped orange fabric, and petals are scattered on the floor.

October 15 2012

A photograph of a processional palanquin on a stage holding two painted deity murtis standing in a gold-framed arched shrine. The left figure wears an orange and yellow striped dhoti, a tall crown, a white and gold garland and a red-orange shawl, and holds a trident-like staff. The right figure wears an orange sari, a crown, layered beaded garlands and a green ribbon. Both stand against a deep red drape on a gold-carved base. Behind them a blue backdrop shows a printed sepia image of a gopuram temple tower beside a banner, and orange stanchions frame the stage. No physical people are visible.

December 27 2008

Two gilded metal murti figures stand in a carved golden arch against deep red drapery inside a temple. The figure on the left wears an orange turban topped with a jewelled crown, a blue garment, layered jewelled necklaces and a jewelled hand holding a golden trident-like staff. The figure on the right has long black hair under an ornate headdress, red and orange garments, jewelled necklaces and a garland of yellow and red flowers draped over the shoulder. Carved stone walls and a golden scroll-work frame surround them. The scene appears to be a temple display of decorated deity murtis.

Two metal murti of deities stand side by side on a decorated stage, draped with garlands of yellow marigolds, red roses and green leaves. The figure on the left wears an orange and gold sari-style cloth, a tall gold crown with orange headpiece, and many layered jewelled necklaces; it raises one hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears a red and gold garment, a gold crown and layered necklaces. A green satin cloth covers the base, with brass puja vessels at the left edge. No physical people are visible.

Two golden deity murti statues decorated for festival worship, seated side by side under an ornate gilded arch. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, a red and gold ornate bodice, layered silver-gold necklaces, and raises a jeweled hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears a red and gold garment, a red-and-gold crown, and holds a small ornamental object, with heavy gold jewelry. Garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers and purple blooms drape across them, and a golden trident-like object stands at the left edge. These are statues, not living people.

Two metal utsava murtis stand side by side on a red-draped platform, heavily decorated with long garlands of yellow, red and purple flowers and white blossoms. The figure on the left wears a tall white conical crown, a white floral necklace with a central medallion, layered beaded necklaces, and a striped green-and-red dhoti. The figure on the right wears a tall ornate crown, a multi-strand jewelled necklace, and a red-orange sari. An orange cloth hangs behind them. No physical people are visible.

Two ornately decorated metal murti statues stand in an arched niche framed by garlands of yellow and white marigolds, purple flowers and red roses, with green leaves behind them. The figure on the left wears an orange turban and orange shawl, a heavy gold necklace, layered jewelled garlands and raised hand gestures. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled crown, maroon sari, heavy necklaces and holds a green parrot-shaped ornament. Carved gold-toned ornamental panelling surrounds the altar. Deity murti.