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June 25 20182018-06-25June 25 20182018-06-25July 01 20092009-07-01June 12 20182018-06-12A close photograph of a gilded metal deity murti. A yellow flower is tucked above one ear, and red rose garlands with green leaves drape the shoulders. Heavy layered gold and gemstone necklaces, large earrings and a red-and-gold silk garment adorn the figure. It holds a gold parrot-topped staff in one hand, and a gold-brocaded backdrop surrounds it. No living people are visible.2011-12-28November 28 20182018-11-28January 06 20162016-01-06A golden metal deity murti of a goddess stands in a temple niche, adorned with an ornate conical crown studded with multicoloured stones, a red bindi, a nose ring and large jewelled earrings. She wears a red and gold silk sari, layered jewelled necklaces and bangles, and holds a golden staff topped with a small green parrot. Behind her a gilded arched backdrop and an orange sequined cloth frame the statue against grey stone.2011-11-27 +1 copiesA close view of a golden deity murti. Red rose garlands and yellow marigold garlands hang across its shoulder, and one hand holds a golden ritual object. A lime-green cloth backdrop and an ornate gold frame surround the figure.2009-07-01A gilded metal deity murti, possibly a processional or temple figure, is seated in a golden ornate setting. It wears a tall jewelled crown, heavy multi-coloured gem-set necklaces and matching earrings, and raises one hand in a blessing pose. A yellow marigold garland and a red rose garland drape across its chest, and a red velvet cloth hangs behind. Below, a golden ornamental vessel is decorated with red flowers and green leaves. The golden carved frame behind the figure is elaborately decorated with scrolling foliage. No physical people are visible.2010-10-06August 31 20132013-08-31A gilded deity murti of a goddess, shown close-up with a golden face, red-and-white floral crown, and an elaborate jewelled headpiece. She wears heavy crystal-studded earrings, layered necklaces, a red-orange silk garment, and bangles, and holds a golden parrot-topped staff. Garlands of yellow, red and white flowers frame the figure, with a gold-ornamented backdrop behind her.2008-12-26