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Close photo of a bare foot in orange robe resting on an ornate gold footstool with embossed floral patterns, beside a gold tray of white jasmine-like flowers and pink petals. The seated figure's ankle and draped orange cloth are visible against a red and gold throne with carved gold panels. Other person not visible in frame. The setting suggests a padapuja-style foot ritual, with a black microphone stand at the right edge.

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September 17 20102010-09-17Close-up photograph of a pair of bare feet resting on an ornate gold-coloured tray or platform. The person wears a red-orange cloth wrapped around the legs, typical of a sannyasi. Behind the feet is elaborately carved gold throne or pedestal decoration, with yellow and magenta flower garlands at the right edge. A small gold tray on the left holds red flowers and golden ladoo-like sweets. The feet are the only visible human parts; the person's identity is not shown. Pada puja, a ritual of honouring the feet, may be taking place.2010-10-18 +1 copiesClose-up photograph of a bare foot resting on an ornate gold tray, with the robe of an orange-clad figure seated on a gilded throne with red upholstery above. Beside the tray are white jasmine-like flowers and pink petals, and a string of beads lies among them. The gold carved surfaces and orange cloth dominate the frame.2010-11-01Close photo of a bare foot in an orange-saffron robe resting on an ornate gold tray with embossed floral patterns. The foot is seated on a gilded throne-like seat with red upholstery. Beside the tray lie white jasmine-like flowers, pink petals and a strand of beads. The foot appears to be a padapuja-style honouring of a seated spiritual figure, though only the feet of the person are visible; no face is shown. A black microphone stand is at the right edge.2010-11-01October 25 20102010-10-25Close photograph of a seated person's bare feet and orange-saffron dhoti-style trousers resting on an ornate gold throne base with carved gold relief, red velvet cushioned seat visible above. Fresh white flower petals and a pink lotus-like flower lie on the gold platform beside the feet. Only the lower legs and feet of one person are visible, so no face or upper body can be seen. The gold carved panel to the right and deep red velvet create a ceremonial setting consistent with a throne.2010-11-09August 15 20102010-08-15September 17 20102010-09-17Close photograph of bare feet resting on an ornate gold repoussé throne or padapuja platform. The wearer's legs are covered in orange saffron cloth. Beside the feet on the gold tray lie red roses, white jasmine flowers and a small garland. The gilded carved surface and flowers suggest a padapuja offering.2011-01-23November 06 20102010-11-06Close-up photograph of a person's bare feet standing on an ornate gold-coloured ceremonial platform with embossed floral and scroll patterns. The person wears an orange-saffron dhoti or wrap. Beside the feet sits a gold plate holding red flowers and gold-coloured ornamental pieces, and yellow marigold garlands drape the platform edges. The scene suggests a pada puja, a ritual of honouring the feet, though the person's identity cannot be determined from this view.2010-10-18 +1 copiesClose-up photograph of a seated figure's bare feet resting on an ornate gold-coloured throne with a cream and gold brocade cushion. The figure wears orange saffron cloth draped over the legs. Behind the throne are gilded carved panels and a yellow flower garland. The image shows only the feet, legs and throne, with no clearly visible face or upper body.2010-10-17