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A photograph of a darshan-style gathering in an indoor hall. A seated figure in long dark hair and saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion, receiving offerings from a woman in a striped green-and-pink sari who holds a tray. Beside her a man in a white shirt and glasses, wearing a badge, leans in with a tray. Behind them a woman in a red-bordered sari and another in white stand watching. On the left, several men in white dhotis and shirts stand with hands folded in anjali, and a woman in white also joins hands. A second saffron-robed figure stands at right beside the throne. A red-and-orange cloth covers the floor and a white offering table holds fruit and items. a person (long swept hair, saffron robes, seated on a gold throne receiving offerings) is the central seated figure.

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January 02 20102010-01-02Devotees line up in a hall to receive blessings. A figure in orange robes with long dark hair sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne at right, receiving an offering from a man in white shirt and glasses who holds a tray with fruit and a framed photo. Nearby, a woman in a cream sari with a dark blouse stands beside him. On the left, several men in white shirts and white dhotis stand with palms joined in namaskar, and a woman in a green-and-pink sari also folds her hands. Fruit and small boxes sit on a white table near the throne. Dark blue drapes hang on the back wall.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA seated figure in saffron-orange robes with long swept-back dark hair sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, bare feet resting on a gold footstool, receiving an offering from a man in white shirt and white dhoti who holds a tray. A woman in a white sari with gold border smiles beside them. 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Three women in white sarees, one with a blue-bordered saree and a patterned pink shawl, stand to the right, one wearing a rudraksha-style mala necklace. A second man in a yellow-bordered white shirt and an orange-robed attendant appear at left edge. a person (saffron robe, bindi, seated on a gilded throne) with a visible devotee offering.2009-11-18A photograph of a temple or hall interior where a man in an orange saffron robe stands centre-right, palms pressed together in a greeting, beside an ornate gold throne with carved lion-head armrests and a red cushion. Behind the throne hangs a red and pink draped backdrop decorated with yellow marigold garlands. A group of mostly white-clad men in white dhotis and shirts, one in a striped maroon shirt and one in a yellow shirt, stand or are gathered around him, and women in orange and red saris sit at the back. A small rug with scattered rose petals lies in the foreground. a person is the figure in saffron, appearing to receive devotees, with a bare-chested build and close-cropped dark hair; the throne and saffron robe are visible cues, but his face is not identifiable here.2009-12-20A photograph of a seated figure in saffron-orange robes with long swept-back dark hair, a red tilak on the forehead, a rudraksha mala and ceremonial gold necklace, receiving a tray of offerings from a woman in a white and gold-bordered sari with a name badge. He sits before a gilded, ornate throne decorated with white and orange flower garlands and a golden lion-like carving. A man in white kurta stands behind, another woman in white sari and orange-clad devotees with a red-and-gold textile backdrop are visible, with a tray of fruit and a small brass vessel in the foreground. a person seated on the throne, receiving the offering.2008-07-17A photograph of a seated figure in an orange-saffron robe with a long garland of green lime-like beads draped over the shoulders, sitting on an ornate gold-and-red throne. A man in a white kurta with a red tilak on his forehead and an ID badge leans forward, offering a dark wooden tray or book to the seated figure. To the left, a man in a white shirt with his palms pressed together bows toward them, and a woman in a green sari stands at the edge of the frame. Several men in white dhotis and shirts stand in the background, one with white vibhuti on his forehead, in front of a dark curtain and a pale wall. Visible details identify the throne and garlands, but the seated figure's appearance does not clearly establish the identity of the person.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA photograph of a reception in an indoor hall with dark red curtains behind. A seated figure on a gold-framed throne wears orange robes and has long dark hair; one hand is raised in a greeting and a fruit offering rests nearby. Several men in front stand in a line: one in a maroon shirt and cream trousers holds out an offering, another in a white shirt holds a bouquet wrapped in pink paper, and others in striped polo, white shirt and beige clothing look on. An older man in a white shirt with an orange shawl stands at right. Brass plates and a basket of fruit sit on an orange cloth in the foreground.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA seated man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne before a gold-draped stage hung with white flower garlands. A woman in orange robes stands before him with her hands raised in greeting, and a line of women in white saris with yellow shawls stands to the right. Several men in white shirts and dhotis stand on the left, one holding a small child in blue. The green floor is covered by a red carpet at the base of the throne.2009-09-13 +1 copiesA seated figure in an orange saffron robe with long, loose dark hair and a long gold ceremonial necklace sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, receiving an offering. A man in white ritual clothing with a rudraksha mala extends his hands forward, holding a wooden tray or box. Behind him, a woman in a cream sari with a red border and a girl in white stand near a small white pedestal holding a tray of beads and offerings. A group of around ten people in white dhotis and white kurtas, many wearing rudraksha malas, stand along the back wall beside dark curtains. Orange cloth covers the floor. The orange-robed figure with the throne and gold necklace is a person depiction in an in-person setting, with cues of long hair, saffron robe and ceremonial gold necklace; the identification is uncertain.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA photograph of a ceremonial puja on a stage. Several women in white saris with yellow borders kneel in front of the throne, one holding a brass plate with offerings, while a man in a white shirt holds an incense stick, with smoke rising. A small lit lamp and offering tray sit on the golden dais, and a microphone stand is at left. The background is a pale pink wall with a dark curtain. A woman in orange-peach clothing kneels at the right edge.2011-01-26