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A gilded deity murti of a goddess stands in an ornate golden shrine niche with embossed copper arch and floral carvings. She wears a red and maroon silk sari with gold zari borders, a jewelled dark crown, layered gold and red-stone necklaces, and holds up one hand in abhaya mudra. Red and white flower garlands hang from the arch, and yellow marigold garlands decorate the sides. A kneeling golden figure with a flowered garland sits in front of her. No physical people are visible.

A golden deity murti. The murti wears a dark navy crown or mukut with jewelled ornaments, a red-and-gold sari-style garment, layered gold and gemstone necklaces with red and green stones, and a pearl necklace. Its hands are raised in abhaya-style gestures. A red and white rose garland hangs over the top of the throne, and yellow flower garlands drape at both sides. The throne is decorated with silver filigree, rhinestone-like bands and golden drapery behind. No people are visible.

March 24 2013

A golden deity murti stands within an ornate gilded arch with carved makara-style side supports, wearing a red sari with gold border, layered multi-strand necklaces of white and coloured stones, a large jewelled pendant, rudraksha beads and a tall golden crown, one hand raised holding a small object. Golden carved backdrop and blue cloth with flowers in the foreground.

A golden deity murti of a goddess seated against a red velvet backdrop within a gilded arch. The figure wears a white silk sari with gold brocade, an elaborate jewelled crown with a black braided bun, and heavy layered necklaces set with diamond-like stones, red and green accents. Large jewelled earrings hang from the ears and a nose ring is worn. The right hand is raised holding a golden object, and a garland of yellow marigolds and red roses drapes over the shoulder. Ornate decorative jewellery and bangles adorn the arms.

A metal deity murti. The figure wears a tall jeweled crown with red and green stones, a green and gold brocade garment with a magenta underskirt, and heavy layered necklaces and ornaments set with white and red stones. Red and orange roses and yellow chrysanthemum garlands frame the figure, and the raised hand holds a gesture. Behind it is a gold-toned backdrop. No people are visible.

2013-10-07 +1 copies

November 08 2013

A gilded metal deity murti of a female form stands in a temple setting, wearing an ornate jeweled conical crown studded with red, green and white stones. The murti wears a red-orange silk garment, layered gold and pearl necklaces, a large jeweled pendant, and long strands of white and purple flower garlands with green leaves draped over the shoulders. The raised right hand holds a green parrot perched on a gold staff with a lotus-like finial, and a gold flame-like backdrop with an orange silk drape stands behind. Warm stone walls frame the scene.

A golden deity murti of a goddess stands in an ornate silver-and-gold shrine arch decorated with rhinestone-studded yellow cushioning. The murti wears a deep maroon and gold silk sari with a gold zari border, layered gold and red-stone necklaces, a pearl and ruby chest piece, and a dark blue crown with jewelled ornament. Her raised hands hold gold symbols, and yellow flower garlands hang at her sides above a red and white flower garland draped from the top. Watermarked archive photograph; no physical people visible.

October 03 2011

A richly decorated deity murti, a standing figure dressed in a green silk garment with heavy gold and jewelled ornaments. The head is crowned with an ornate jewelled crown set with red and green stones, and the neck is layered with pearl and stone necklaces. Gold coin-style shoulder garlands drape over red and orange silk, and the raised right hand holds a gold ornamented object. A green silk backdrop and a gold-coloured panel stand behind the figure. The figure is a statue, not a living person, and no people are visible.

A photograph of a decorated deity murti standing within an arch of red, yellow and white flower garlands. The figure wears an ornate white and gold crown with red and green gem studs, a pink and gold brocade sari, a lavender silk skirt drape, and layered white flower and pearl necklaces. Its raised hand holds a conch shell. The murti is framed by marigold and rose garlands and green foliage behind it.