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July 03 20152015-07-03July 03 20152015-07-03April 28 20082008-04-28Close-up photo of a gilded deity murti's lower legs and feet, shown in golden metal with ornate ankle bands and carved toe rings, standing on a dark wooden platform beside a copper-toned panel with a round opening. No people are visible; the view focuses on the polished gold feet and their jewelled detailing, lit warmly against a dark background.2006-09-23A photograph of an ornate gold-coloured metal vahana or deity ornament lying flat on a light grey cloth. It has a repoussé floral and leaf border, beaded and dotted bands, fluted panels and a curved, shell-like form, with red cords threaded through its edges. The piece appears unfinished or in workshop condition, with reddish patina visible in places. No people are present.Close-up photograph of a large gilded metal deity figure section lying on a white cloth, showing an ornately embossed torso or chest piece with floral and foliate relief, round bosses and a decorated waist band. Red cords are tied to the edges of the piece, and other gilded fragments with engraved patterns are partly visible at the left and bottom. No people are visible; the image documents deity murti components prepared for transport.October 29 20112011-10-29Close photograph of a gilded metal deity torso or figure section resting on a pale grey cloth. The piece has ornate repoussé ornamentation, floral medallions, beaded borders, a raised chest-shaped form and a wide decorative band at the waist, with red cord or thread attached at the edges. Red residue is visible in the crevices. No people are visible. The object appears to be a sculptural component being prepared.October 04 20102010-10-04 +1 copiesA close photograph of a single gilded metal hand from a deity figure, lying flat on a white cloth. The hand is cast with a raised, partly closed fist and an ornate band of beaded and floral engraving around the forearm and wrist. Behind it, the edge of another richly gilded ornament with red fabric and red thread is visible. No people are present; the object is a ritual or murti part.October 30 20112011-10-30Close-up of a gold-plated ceremonial murti. No people are visible.2011-04-07