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December 27 20182018-12-27December 27 20182018-12-27December 27 20182018-12-27December 27 20182018-12-27Photo 11704697 +1 copiesDecember 27 20182018-12-27February 05 20152015-02-05 +2 copiesDecember 27 20182018-12-27December 28 20112011-12-28A close photograph of a stone deity murti, seated and carved with multiple arms, covered in bright orange turmeric powder with black stone showing through in streaks. A human hand with a silver bangle reaches in from the left, apparently applying more powder to the figure's chest. The murti wears a tall crown-like headdress, a broad necklace and an armlet, and holds a lotus-like object in one hand. Dense green foliage fills the background.2011-09-24 +1 copiesA photograph of a large polished black stone deity murti with a crown-like headdress and carved ornamental armour, standing outdoors among trees. A human hand with a red-and-gold bangle applies yellow turmeric or sandalwood paste to the statue's forehead. Behind it are ornate gold-coloured carved panels and a garland of white and red flowers at right. A copper or brass vessel rests on the statue's arm. No physical people are visible apart from the hand.2015-02-05Close photograph of a large black stone deity murti with a tall crown, broad shoulders, armour-like ornamented chest band and a long ceremonial sword or staff held upright. A hand with a bangle touches the forehead of the murti, where a yellow tilak or sindoor mark is applied. Behind it a gold-leaf backdrop and green trees are visible, with a red-rimmed plate or offering tray at the right edge. No people are visible apart from the hand.2015-02-05