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A large black Shivalinga is being bathed in a stream of water poured from a brass vessel by a man in an orange robe and rudraksha mala standing on a metal staircase platform. Around him several men in white dhotis and shawls stand on the steps holding brass pots, and a few more figures sit or stand on the red-tiered steps at lower left. A silver-banded yoni-peetha base and a gold-and-green floral garland sit at the bottom of the linga, and trees and a cloudy sky fill the background. The scene shows linga abhishekam, a ritual bathing of the Shivalinga.

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October 22 20142014-10-22Outdoor photo of a large black linga on a black pedestal, mounted with silver-toned bands and draped with gold-and-colourful garlands, during an abhishekam. A man in an orange robe and rudraksha mala stands atop a metal staircase beside the linga, pouring liquid from a vessel onto its crown. Several men in white dhotis and white shirts stand on the staircase landing and steps, some holding brass vessels, and a few more people sit or stand on red steps at the left. A tree and a cloudy sky fill the background. The orange-robed figure shows no clear a person cues such as long swept-back hair, crown or ceremonial gold necklace, so identity is uncertain.2010-10-22 +2 copiesA large black lingam stands on a black yoni-pitha base with silver bands near its top, water pouring over it and a fine mist rising. A man in an orange-saffron robe with a rudraksha mala stands on a metal staircase platform beside it, raising a gold-coloured vessel above his head in abhishekam. Several men in white dhotis and white shirts stand on the staircase and steps, some holding offering trays or vessels. A gold and green decorated yoni-pitha base is wrapped with garlands in the foreground. Trees and a cloudy sky are behind, with red brick tiers at left.2010-10-22 +1 copiesOutdoor abhishekam at a large black linga under a grey overcast sky. A man in saffron-orange robes stands atop the linga pouring liquid from a golden vessel over it. Several men in white dhotis and white upper cloths climb a metal staircase with railings beside the linga, some carrying brass pots. Other white-clad devotees sit on red steps at left, and a tree stands behind the linga. The linga is wrapped with silver bands and draped with gold and green garlands at its base.2010-10-22 +1 copiesOctober 22 20142014-10-22 +1 copiesA large black Shiva linga on a raised platform under an overcast grey sky, with gold-and-cream decorative bands on its base and garlands draped at its foot. A man in a saffron-orange robe stands on top of the platform, pouring from a golden vessel onto the linga during abhishekam. Along a metal staircase and platform on the left, several men in white dhoti-style garments with bare upper bodies carry brass pots and stand ready for the ritual. Other white-clad participants sit on red steps at the far left, and a green tree stands behind the linga.2010-10-22 +1 copiesOctober 22 20142014-10-22 +1 copiesA large dark stone Shiva linga on a square base is being bathed with water, with a fine mist rising from its surface. A man in an orange robe stands atop the linga on the upper right, while several men in white dhotis and white upper cloths stand on a metal staircase at the left, one carrying a brass vessel. Ornate gold-coloured garlands with red and green flower trim hang on the base. A red-tiered stone platform with rows of small lamps lies behind, under an overcast sky. This appears to be a linga abhishekam ritual. The orange-robed figure's identity is uncertain from appearance alone, so he is described by role only.2010-10-22 +1 copiesA large dark black Linga stands on a stone base with silver-toned decorative bands, under a heavy grey overcast sky. A man in a saffron orange robe with a rudraksha mala stands on a metal staircase beside the Linga, his hand resting on its dome, performing abhishekam. Beside him a man in white dhoti and shawl with a red border holds a brass tray of offerings, and below two men in white dhotis climb the steps carrying vessels. Green trees appear at the right edge.2010-10-22 +1 copiesOctober 22 20142014-10-22 +1 copiesA photograph of a large dark black Shivalinga being bathed outdoors under a heavy grey overcast sky. A man in an orange saffron robe with a rudraksha mala stands on a metal staircase with railings, leaning over the top of the linga and pouring liquid from a golden vessel onto it. Orange and yellow stains streak the linga's surface. Below on the steps, two men in white dhotis, one bare-chested, hold brass vessels and assist with the abhishekam. A green tree is at the right edge. The scene is an abhishekam ritual.2010-10-22 +1 copiesOctober 21 20132013-10-21 +1 copies