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A black-and-white spotted cow stands on dry ground under palm trees, draped with a red cloth patterned with golden cow motifs and bordered with fringe, and garlanded with white and yellow flower strands. A woman in a white sari with a yellow shawl holds the rope at right, while other women in white and a teal sari stand behind at left. A chain-link fence and banana plants appear in the background. The scene resembles a cow-worship ritual, with the cow decorated for the occasion.

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A black-and-white spotted cow stands on bare ground, decorated for worship. An orange-red cloth draped over its back is printed with gold cow motifs and text, and a garland of white and yellow marigold flowers hangs around its neck with a red flower accent. A woman in a cream sari with a yellow shawl holds the cow's rope at right, and a person in white clothing stands at the left edge. Banana trees, a chain-link fence and other cattle are visible behind, with a small string of marigold decorations overhead.2010-01-01A black-and-white spotted cow stands outdoors on bare dry ground, draped with a red cloth bordered in gold and patterned with golden cow motifs and Sanskrit lettering. Marigold and white flower garlands hang around its neck and horns, with a yellow and purple bloom tucked behind an ear. A person in a white dhoti-style garment with a yellow top holds the rope halter at the right edge. Banana plants, a thatched structure and other cattle appear in the background behind a wire fence.2010-01-01A photograph of a black-and-white cow with a rope halter, decorated with a garland of yellow marigolds and a red-and-gold embroidered cloth draped on its back, being greeted outdoors. A man in white dhoti and shawl with gold borders, wearing a wristwatch and gold bangle, extends his hand to the cow's muzzle while a woman in a red-bordered sari and orange blouse smiles beside it. Behind them, several men in white ceremonial clothes stand watching, and two young men in white with yellow garlands and tonsured heads are at the right edge. Orange-roofed buildings and trees are in the background. The setting appears to be a temple or ashram courtyard.2010-12-19A black and white cow with a yellow marigold garland around its neck and a rope halter stands in the foreground, its body draped in an orange cloth. Behind it, a man in white ritual clothes with a gold-bordered dhoti stands with his hands folded, looking down. At the right edge, another man in white with a tilak mark on his forehead stands partly out of frame. The background is softly blurred, showing a building and a light outdoor setting.2010-12-19A black and white cow with long golden-tipped horns walks along a dirt path, draped in a red and gold embroidered cloth and wearing a white cloth band and rope halter. Behind it, a line of people in white shirts and dhotis, orange shirts, and cream and yellow saris follows along. A woman in a yellow shawl and cream sari stands at right, touching the cow's side. Banana leaves and a roadside billboard appear in the background.2010-02-12December 19 20102010-12-19December 19 20102010-12-19A black-and-white cow with a turmeric and kumkum mark on its forehead wears a yellow marigold garland and draped red and orange cloths, led on a rope by a person in a white saree with gold border. Behind, a raised white-and-red striped platform holds a stage with a seated figure in dark clothing before a decorated backdrop, and a row of seated people in white clothes watches. A dark statue of a deity stands at left in orange garment. The setting is an open-air hall with a red curtain.2010-12-19A photograph of a black cow with white markings being led on a dirt path with green shrubs behind it. The cow wears a yellow marigold garland around its neck, a red and gold brocade cloth draped over its back, and a rope halter. A man on the right in a white shirt and white dhoti, with a rudraksha mala around his neck and bare feet, holds the rope and walks beside it. Behind them, a few people in white and blue clothing follow, including a woman in a pink top with a bindi, and a cameraman filming near a chain-link fence. Watermarked as Nithyanandapedia.2010-12-20December 19 20102010-12-19December 19 20102010-12-19 +1 copiesOutdoor photo of a black cow with white markings being led along a dirt path past a thatched fence and green shrubs. The cow wears a yellow marigold garland around its neck and a red-and-pink patterned cloth draped over its back. A man in white dhoti and white shirt, with a beaded necklace, walks barefoot holding the rope lead. Behind them, people in white and orange clothing carry orange flags bearing a blue emblem, and a woman in pink stands nearby. A sign and palm trees are visible in the background.2010-12-20