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December 05 2014

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Two gilded deity murti stand side by side against a backdrop of garlands in red roses, yellow marigolds, purple and white blooms. The figure on the left wears a saffron-orange turban with a gold crown, a red tilak on the forehead, a trident in one hand and a rudraksha-style bead necklace with turquoise stones. The figure on the right wears a tall gold crown, layered gold and red-stone necklaces, and raises one hand in blessing. Both are richly adorned with gold jewellery and ornate armour-like shoulder pieces. Statues only, no living people present.2015-01-13A gilded murti of Shiva and Parvati seated side by side within an ornate golden arch against deep red drapery. The male deity wears a tall gold crown with a red turban band, holds a trident, and has a raised hand gesture; the female deity wears a gold crown and ornate jewelry. Both are adorned with white and multicoloured jewelled necklaces, large earrings, and red and white flower garlands. A heap of red, yellow and white flowers and gold vessels sits at the base.2009-11-16September 03 20112011-09-03 +1 copiesMay 01 20122012-05-01April 14 20122012-04-14A photograph of two gilded deity murti seated side by side against a deep red draped backdrop framed by ornate gold arch carving. The figure on the left wears a pink and red turban, a crown-like headdress, and holds a golden trident in one hand. Beside him, the figure on the right wears a tall gold crown and layered jewelled necklaces with red and green stones. Both have large gold earrings, elaborate jewelled garlands and marigold and purple flower garlands drape across the scene. A small green parrot perches near the left figure's shoulder, and an oil lamp stands at the lower left corner.2010-11-08Photograph of a pair of golden-bodied deity murtis seated side by side against a backdrop of marigold and red flower garlands with green leaves. The figure on the left wears a yellow turban, a yellow dhoti-style cloth, a dark rudraksha mala, jeweled necklaces and a jeweled armlet, and holds a golden trident aloft with an ornate jeweled hand. The figure on the right wears a yellow sari-like garment, a heavy jeweled necklace, a crown-like headpiece, a red flower at the waist, and holds a small green parrot. Both statues are richly adorned with jewelry and flowers, consistent with temple decoration. The statues are depicted, not living people.2010-12-26A photograph of two decorated murti figures seated side by side against a backdrop of marigold and rose garlands in yellow, red, magenta and white. The figure on the left wears an orange turban, a dark rudraksha mala, layered jeweled necklaces and a jeweled gauntlet-style hand covering, holding a gold trident. The figure on the right has long dark hair under an ornate crown, wears an orange garment with gold trim, layered pearl and bead necklaces, and holds a small green parrot-like bird on the raised hand. Both murtis are dressed in saffron-orange cloth and heavy silver and gold ornaments.2010-12-27A golden murti of a deity pair seated before a red draped backdrop within an ornate gold arch. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a crescent ornament, holds a trident and a golden staff, and is adorned with jewelled necklaces, red and green gems and a sparkling embellished garment. The figure on the right wears a gold crown and heavily jewelled necklaces and earrings, holding a golden object. Both are decorated with garlands of red roses and yellow marigolds.2010-10-04 +1 copiesMay 29 20132013-05-29Two golden statues dressed in red garments, adorned with garlands of yellow marigolds, purple and magenta flowers, and white jasmine strands. The figure on the left wears a red turban with a jewelled ornament, a rudraksha mala and a gold pendant, holding a trident and a small ornate hand; the figure on the right wears a jewelled crown, layered gold and bead necklaces, red sari-style dress with embroidered borders, and holds a lotus-like object. These are deity murti statues, not living people, set before a red curtain at a temple shrine.2010-12-28A gilded murti pair of Shiva and Parvati seated on a raised platform before a rich orange silk backdrop framed by an ornate gold arch. The Shiva figure wears a tall red and gold crown, a white garland, and a rudraksha-style bead necklace over a magenta cloth; he holds a trident in one hand and makes a raised abhaya-type gesture with the other. Parvati, to his right, wears a white flower crown, layered gold jewellery, a magenta sari and a large pink flower garland. Both are adorned with white and pink flower garlands and decorative earrings. This is a deity murti, not living people.2013-09-16