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A photograph inside a room decorated with bamboo-leaf and flower strings and a white-curtained window. On the right, a figure in orange robes with a white and red flower garland sits on an ornate gold-framed throne with red cushions. A man in a white kurta with a red-and-white beaded mala stands centre, holding a tray with a sealed envelope or book toward the seated figure. A woman in a gold-bordered sari bows with her face in her hands before a brass plate. Women in green and gold saris and yellow-scarved white garments stand behind, with a man in white at the back. Fruit lies on a wooden table and a framed painting hangs on the wall.

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A photograph of a pada pooja in a decorated room. A long-haired man in an orange robe, wearing a white flower garland with red roses and rudraksha-style beads, sits on a gold-framed throne with red cushions and holds a gold-tipped staff while a woman in a green and gold sari bends forward to touch his hands. Around them, women in orange, saffron and white saris stand with palms pressed together, and a woman in a green sari bows. Another person in orange and a woman in yellow stand behind. Flowers and bamboo decorate the background wall. a person seated on the throne, identified by long swept hair, orange robes, garland and rudraksha cues, receiving devotees.2010-01-10A seated figure in an orange saffron garment with long dark hair and a white and red flower garland sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne at right, with extended hand receiving offerings. Around them, several women in sarees, including one in a cream and gold saree and others in orange, yellow and green, stand and kneel near a low wooden table with a golden plate, a brass vessel and a small tray of flowers. A framed painting of saffron-robed sages in a forest hangs on the wall, and a small altar with a floral garland and a figure stands at left. The setting is a white-walled room with a blue carpet and sheer curtains.2010-01-10August 09 20092009-08-09Indoor photo of an event where a long-haired figure in an orange sari with a green bead garland sits on an ornate gold-framed red throne. A man in a white shirt and dark trousers bends forward offering a small framed object held in both hands, while a woman in a cream sari with a dark beaded necklace stands nearby. A woman in a purple blouse and white sari bows low with palms pressed together at the front. Several standing onlookers in white and grey clothes watch, and a white pedestal holds a box with beads and a water bottle. A navy curtain forms the backdrop.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA seated figure in saffron-orange robes, adorned with a long white flower garland, sits on a red cushioned throne with ornate gold trim, receiving devotees. A smiling man in white kurta and white pants, wearing a rudraksha mala, leans forward to offer a tray with a framed or bound item to the seated figure. A woman in a light patterned sari and dark beaded necklace also holds an offering toward the throne. Behind them, another woman in a yellow shawl and a standing attendant stand in a room with white curtains and hanging green leaf decorations, with a dark deity murti decorated with white and red flowers on a red-draped stand at left. Swamiji (probable) is the seated figure in orange robes, based on the saffron clothing, long dark hair, flower garland and throne.2010-01-10A seated figure in an orange saffron robe with long dark hair and a white floral garland sits on an ornate gold-framed red throne in a room with cream walls and a framed painting of a figure in orange above. A standing man in white kurta and white dhoti with a red-and-wood mala places his palms together while the seated figure touches his forehead with a hand, appearing to bless him. Around them, several people in white and cream clothes, including a woman in white salwar kameez and a woman in a patterned sari crouching by a brass plate of offerings, stand or kneel. A decorated deity murti with a floral garland sits on a side table with flowers and strings of green leaves hang on the wall. Rose petals are scattered on the floor, and a lamp is mounted on the wall.2010-01-10A photograph of a padapuja-style devotional scene in a white-walled room. A figure in orange robes with long dark hair and a white flower garland sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne at right, smiling and holding a small object toward devotees. A middle-aged man in white shirt and white dhoti stands center holding a tray of offerings with both hands. A woman in a yellow-and-white sari holds a brass plate near the throne. On the left, a woman in a yellow kurta and white dupatta presses her palms together beside a small girl in pink, and a man in white shirt and dhoti stands with hands folded. A framed painting above shows a seated figure in orange under a large banyan tree. Flower garlands hang on the curtains and a small deity murti sits on a side table. Visible people: about nine.2010-01-10A 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 copiesPhotograph of a devotee gathering on a stage in front of a large ornate gold-and-red throne. A long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes with a shawl and beaded mala sits on the throne, smiling and gesturing toward a man in white dhoti and shirt who holds a tray or plate. Around them, a woman in a cream and white sari bows with folded hands, a man in white stands with palms together, and several children and women in white and yellow sarees stand nearby. Floral offerings and fruit sit on a side table and a red cloth covers the floor. A watermarked copyright banner appears across the lower right. The throne figure has long swept-back hair and saffron clothing, matching the page's a person cue, but appearance-based identity is uncertain.2010-01-02 +1 copiesJanuary 11 20102010-01-11 +1 copiesA photograph of a seated figure in an orange robe and white flower garland on a gold-and-red throne-style chair, receiving visitors in a bright white room. A woman in a cream and yellow sari with floral print stands with palms pressed together in namaste, beside a man in a striped white shirt and white dhoti holding a framed photograph. Behind them, two women in white saris with yellow shawls stand near the wall, and a young man in a yellow shawl stands at the back. Red flower petals and a garland of flowers lie on the chair arm, and an orange fruit sits on a small wooden table with offerings.2010-01-09A photo of a visitor in a white shirt and khaki trousers bowing and handing an envelope or offering to a seated figure on an ornate gold-and-red throne. The seated figure wears an orange-saffron robe and a long garland of red and yellow flowers, and appears to have long hair swept back; a person appearance candidate. Standing to the left, a bald older man in white with folded hands, a woman in a green-and-maroon sari, and an older woman in an orange sari with folded hands watch. Two boys in orange and grey clothing stand behind them. In the foreground, a seated attendant in orange robes sits on the white cloth-covered floor, and a small glass of water sits nearby. The setting is a plain cream-walled room with white sheets on the floor.2009-08-09