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January 08 20122012-01-08A metal murti of a standing deity on a gold-ornamented palanquin or platform at night. The figure wears an orange turban topped by a jewelled gold crown, an orange shawl draped over the shoulders, and an elaborate crystal and gem-studded necklace over a purple garment with orange dhoti. Flower garlands of yellow marigolds, red blossoms and white jasmine hang around the figure, and it holds a trident-like staff and a flaming ritual implement. Dark background with blurred lights.2012-01-08Photograph of two silver deity murti figures in an ornate temple setting, each adorned with silver crowns, heavy silver jewelled necklaces and garlands of yellow and white flowers with maroon accents. The murti on the left wears an orange cloth draped over its shoulders. A hand holds a silver vessel pouring liquid over the figures during an abhishekam, with a small silver bowl catching the flow. Behind them, blurred devotees in white shirts and a woman in a gold and orange sari stand in the crowd, with a pink backdrop.2012-01-08December 26 20082008-12-26January 08 20122012-01-08December 08 20112011-12-08December 26 20082008-12-26December 28 20082008-12-28 +1 copiesApril 23 20132013-04-23 +2 copiesA metal deity murti decorated for festival worship, shown in close frontal view against a grey stone wall. The figure wears a vivid red-orange turban-like cloth with gold border, a crown studded with multicoloured stones, and heavy layered necklaces and a jewelled belt over a dark blue velvet garment. Its right hand is raised in abhaya-style blessing, covered in sparkling stones with green and red inlay, while the left hand holds a golden ceremonial staff. Yellow and white flower garlands drape the figure and surround its base. No physical people are visible.2007-12-23 +1 copiesNight outdoor photograph of two ornately decorated metal murti statues standing side by side on a raised platform. The figure on the left wears an orange saffron wrap draped over the shoulder, an ornate crown, a dense silver and jewelled necklace, and orange dhoti, holding a trident-like staff and a ceremonial implement. The figure on the right wears a crown, layered jewelled necklaces and a deep maroon garment, and holds a green and gold ceremonial item. Both are encircled by yellow and white flower garlands. Red lights and a street lamp glow in the dark background.2012-01-08A close-up of a deity murti adorned with dense crystal and rhinestone jewellery, a jeweled crown, and a tall ornate headdress in an orange and green striped turban. Gold-toned face, layered yellow, maroon and white garlands drape the shoulders, and the raised golden hand shows an abhaya-style gesture. Ornate gold arch with round studs forms the backdrop, with two smaller jewelled murtis flanking the frame. No physical people are visible; the figures shown are statues.2010-11-14