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Close photograph of a deity murti adorned for worship, with a gold hooded serpent-shaped canopy above its head, a green leaf backdrop, and a head wrapped in an orange and maroon cloth. The murti wears a jewelled white-and-gold belt, a red and gold silk garment at its waist, and thick garlands of pink roses alternating with yellow marigolds draped over both shoulders. Behind it, a blue and silver embellished figure and a red fabric backdrop are visible, and the lower edge shows a white cloth with a jewelled silver ornament. No people are clearly visible, only a corner of an orange turban at the bottom right.

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July 20 20102010-07-20A decorated deity murti of a serpent-hooded form is the central subject, seen from the front. Five gold cobra hoods rise behind the head, with green leaves, a golden and orange turban-like cloth wrapped over the top, and a silver-studded band across the forehead. Thick garlands of red roses and yellow marigolds hang over the shoulders and arms. A red-and-gold silk cloth covers the body, with a gold coiled serpent form around the base. Red satin draping and blurred sparkling decorations fill the background. No people are visible.2010-11-09July 20 20102010-07-20A dark stone deity murti dressed for worship, adorned with a gilded naga hood of five cobra heads set with green gem drops, an orange and red turban, a jewelled diamond-style crown band, and a garland of yellow marigolds and magenta and purple flowers draping both sides. Gold-embellished maroon and red silk cloth and a white cloth cover the seat beneath, with gold layered pedestal rings below.2010-10-30A decorated murti of a deity dressed for worship, its face and head covered by an orange cloth wrapped in a turban-like fold. A gold five-hooded serpent canopy (naga kudai) with green stone drops arches over it. Garlands of yellow flowers and red blooms drape down both sides, and strands of rudraksha beads and a silver-thread sacred cord hang across the body. A pink and gold-bordered silk garment and silver bangles adorn the figure. The setting is a warm, red-toned temple interior with gold ornamentation behind. No people are visible.2011-11-01July 20 20102010-07-20September 26 20132013-09-26 +1 copiesClose photograph of a decorated deity murti dressed for worship. A gilded serpent hood with five golden cobra heads and green hanging gems frames the figure's head. The murti wears an orange and dark green silk cloth with gold zari borders, wrapped over the head, with a jewelled gold band and a gold pendant at the chest. Garlands of red roses and white chrysanthemums hang on both sides, interspersed with brown rudraksha beads and a silver chain. A gold vessel base sits below, with a purple cloth in the background.2011-08-20A seated figure on an ornate golden throne is decorated with thick garlands of yellow marigolds and red flowers draped over the shoulders and arms. The figure wears an orange and maroon turban topped with a green leafy crown, a white garment, a multi-strand gold necklace of beads, a jewelled diamond-studded headpiece, and a gold waist ornament. The face is covered by the turban and garments, so no features are visible. A large white cloth lies in the foreground. Behind the throne are gilded panels and sculpted golden details. The setting suggests a ceremonial procession or darshan, with the seated figure presented as a deity murti or honoured person in jewelled regalia, though whether this is a living person or a statue cannot be determined.2008-10-04June 20 20132013-06-20 +2 copiesJuly 20 20102010-07-20Close view of a deity murti decorated for worship, with its face covered by a folded orange and maroon cloth and a head covering of green leaves. Thick red rose garlands and yellow marigold garlands hang down from the shoulders. Gold ornaments include a large gold arch-shaped headdress with five pointed finials, green stone drop earrings, and a broad gold waist band. The figure wears a green silk garment with gold brocade and a white cloth at the waist. Jeweled bangles and a gold-framed backdrop stand behind. A purple velvet cushion with silver-jeweled trim lies in the foreground. This is a photograph of a decorated murti, with no physical people visible.2010-09-06 +1 copies