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A night photograph of a deity murti in a richly decorated setting. The figure wears a crimson and gold silk garment with a red shawl, an elaborate gold and pearl crown or headdress set with red, blue and green stones, and layered gold necklaces. Behind it stands a tall gold-and-blue embellished backdrop studded with pearls and sequins, with peach and red flowers attached to the left side and green palm-like leaves on the right. At the lower left, a person in white clothing with a bare arm adjusts a gold bangle or ornament on the murti's wrist, while another pair of hands and a head of dark curly hair appear at the lower right. The scene is lit by a flash, leaving the surroundings dark.

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A photograph at night of a metal deity murti seated on a wooden chair draped in red and magenta silk, with a gold and purple embroidered backrest framed in yellow edging. The murti wears a gold crown, layered pearl and bead necklaces, a jewelled waist belt and a bangle set, and holds a bouquet of pink, yellow and red flowers. A tall green banana-leaf or palm frond stands to the right of the chair. At the right edge, a person in orange-saffron cloth is partly visible, and a white-clad figure is at the top. Two visible people are only partly in frame, not the main subject.Close photograph of a deity murti being dressed in ornate costume against a black background. The figure wears a red and magenta brocade garment with a pearl and gold beaded necklace, a golden crown with red and green stone inlay, and a deep purple velvet panel with white pearl and gold bead embroidery. A yellow cloth drapes over the shoulder and a long green grass blade crosses the frame. Another decorated murti with a pearl-studded headdress and gold-trimmed red garment appears at the left edge. A few gold and pearl ornaments are visible, and no people are shown.October 26 20062006-10-26 +1 copiesClose photo of a deity murti decorated for worship, set against a dark background. The gold-faced murti wears a tall gold crown with a red tilak and pearl-and-jewel brow ornaments, and is draped in red silk brocade with heavy pearl and bead necklaces. Behind it is an arched gold-and-purple backdrop studded with pearls and sequins, with a pink and orange flower arrangement at left and green palm-leaf fronds at right. A person's hand, wearing an orange-trimmed garment at the left edge, reaches up to touch the murti's chin in an act of decorating or adorning the deity.A photograph taken at night of a person with thick black hair seen from behind, decorating a deity murti. The person wears an orange garment and a pink and peach flower behind the ear, and holds a thin dark brush or pen to paint the face of a gold-coloured murti. The murti is adorned with a golden crown, a rudraksha-style pearl necklace with green and red stones, and a red silk garment with gold trim. Behind it is a large gold-embroidered cushion with purple and gold beadwork, and green leaves appear at the right edge.Close night photograph of a person in an orange-saffron robe with long, loose dark hair, seen from behind, adjusting a jewelled ornament on a deity murti. The murti's head is covered by an ornate gold and pearl-encrusted crown or mukut set with red, green and blue stones. A bronze-coloured murti head is held near the crown. A tall green palm-leaf stalk stands at right, beside a figure draped in pink-red silk embroidered with silver and gold thread, and a blue garment with sequined gold trim. The setting is dark.2006-10-26A golden metal deity murti is richly dressed and decorated for worship. The figure wears an ornate gold crown with a red tilak mark on the forehead and red-and-green pearl-studded earrings. A large cream and gold beaded necklace inlaid with red, green and blue stones covers the chest, with a diamond-like pendant below. The murti is draped in a deep magenta silk garment with gold brocade and sparkling embellishment, and holds a small golden instrument. A tall green leaf or palm stalk rises beside the figure, with pink roses at the left. Behind it are gold-sequined, pearl-edged backdrop panels in royal blue and gold, arranged as a decorated altar setting.Close-up photograph at night of a deity murti being decorated. A man's bare forearm, wearing a white dhoti-style garment, reaches in from the left to adjust a crown-like ornament on the deity's head. The murti wears a rich red and magenta silk garment, heavily embellished with gold-toned and silver jewelled borders set with red, green and white stones, a deep blue velvet panel with gold embroidery and round mirror-like medallions, and a large jewelled necklace. A green leaf stem or palm frond rests against the deity on the right. Brass or wooden stand and flower-like decorations are visible at the lower edge. The background is dark.A deity murti is dressed for worship at night against a black background. The image is framed by an ornate gold prabhavali-style arch with a crowned top. The deity wears a crimson silk sari with gold border, a layered gold and jewelled necklace, and a gold crown with a red and green stone forehead ornament. Its elaborate garment is trimmed with green, red and white stones. A blue velvet panel with gold mesh and round stone medallions frames the figure. A long green palm leaf and a bouquet of pink and red roses rest against the arch. No people are visible.Close photograph of a person with long dark hair and bare arms, wearing an orange cloth, adorning a deity murti with a gold crown or headpiece set with red, green and blue stones. The murti is draped in a red and gold brocade garment with pearl and bead embroidery, and a blue velvet cushion with gold trim and pearl netting frames it. A green plant stalk. The setting is dark.2006-10-26A decorated deity murti stands in a gilded arched shrine niche against a black background. The figure wears a red-and-magenta silk garment, layered gold and jewelled necklaces set with green, red and white stones, and a gold crown. A pink and yellow flower is tucked at the shoulder, and a long green leaf is laid diagonally across the figure. The arch and side pillars are ornate gold metalwork, and the velvet borders of the frame are blue and gold with round mirrored medallions. A small crown-like ornament sits at the lower left on the platform. No people are visible.A decorated deity murti seated on a throne-like altar of gold-lattice and purple velvet panels with gold roundels. The figure wears a golden crown, layered gold and jewelled necklaces, and a red silk garment with gold brocade, with a gold-and-red skirt below. It holds a silver trident and a green palm frond, with a bouquet of pink, orange and yellow flowers at its side. The dark background suggests a shrine setting. No people are visible.