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December 26 2008

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A decorated golden murti pair of deities stands in an ornate golden arched niche, draped in marigold and multicolored flower garlands. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, red and gold ornate necklaces, and a cream dhoti, raising one hand in abhaya mudra while holding a staff. The figure on the right wears a black crown with a red flower, gold jewelry, and a red blouse, holding a lotus-like object. A brass kalasha-style object and a basket of offerings sit at the lower right. This is a photograph of deity murtis, not living people.2008-12-26 +1 copiesTwo golden-faced metal murti figures seated side by side on a decorated palanquin or throne, framed by thick garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and white jasmine strands. The left figure wears an orange turban with a peacock-feather ornament, a red and gold embroidered garment, layered jewelled necklaces and a large ornate chest piece. The right figure wears a red sari with gold border, a red-and-white flower crown in her hair, heavy gold necklaces and bangles, and holds a small ceremonial object. Behind them is a gilded arch and carved stone pillar. No physical people are visible.2008-12-26 +1 copiesTwo golden deity murti statues decorated for festival worship, seated side by side under an ornate gilded arch. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, a red and gold ornate bodice, layered silver-gold necklaces, and raises a jeweled hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears a red and gold garment, a red-and-gold crown, and holds a small ornamental object, with heavy gold jewelry. Garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers and purple blooms drape across them, and a golden trident-like object stands at the left edge. These are statues, not living people.2008-12-26December 26 20082008-12-26A photograph of two golden-toned deity murti seated side by side on a decorated throne-like platform, framed by garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and white jasmine. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, a red blouse, heavy sequined and jewelled necklaces and a cream dhoti-style garment. The figure on the right wears a red sari with a red-and-gold crown, layered gold necklaces, a white floral garland at the waist and holds a small ornate staff. A brass lamp-like vessel and a peacock-feather fan appear at the edges. Gold arch above and draped red fabric behind.2008-12-26Two gold-coloured metal murti figures stand side by side in a temple shrine, adorned for a procession. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, layered jewelled necklaces and a red and gold garment, while the figure on the right wears a red and gold sari, a tall crown with red flowers, a gold ceremonial staff and heavy gold necklaces. Both are framed by garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and white jasmine, with a peacock-feather panel and a carved golden arch behind them.2008-12-26Two gilded metal murti figures stand in a carved golden arch against deep red drapery inside a temple. The figure on the left wears an orange turban topped with a jewelled crown, a blue garment, layered jewelled necklaces and a jewelled hand holding a golden trident-like staff. The figure on the right has long black hair under an ornate headdress, red and orange garments, jewelled necklaces and a garland of yellow and red flowers draped over the shoulder. Carved stone walls and a golden scroll-work frame surround them. The scene appears to be a temple display of decorated deity murtis.2010-07-08December 26 20082008-12-26Two gilded deity murti figures decorated for a festival are seated side by side in a temple shrine, framed by a golden arch. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, a silver-embroidered red and gold tunic, and layered gold and red necklaces. The figure on the right wears a black crown with red and gold ornaments, a red and gold garment, long gold necklaces, and holds a ceremonial staff. Both are draped with garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers, and white jasmine, and a peacock-feather panel stands at the right edge. These are statues, not living people, so no physical people are present and no a person candidate is visible.2008-12-26November 18 20102010-11-18 +1 copiesNovember 06 20112011-11-06Two golden metal deity murtis are dressed for a festival procession. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban and a red garment, with a red gem-set necklace, a golden hand raised in blessing, and a jewelled ornamental shield held at the left edge. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled conical crown, a bright orange sari-like garment, and a large layered necklace of white and coloured stones. Both are surrounded by red, yellow and white flower garlands and green foliage.2009-07-08