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Close-up photograph of a richly ornamented golden ceremonial object. Its gold surface carries intricate relief patterns, ring bands and a crowned top with green jewelled elements. Behind it, more gold metalwork and a teal fabric draping are visible. No people are shown.

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Close-up photograph of an ornate golden deity murti. Garlands of yellow marigolds, purple flowers and deep red roses are draped across it. A gold ornamental crown-like finial with green stone inlays appears at the right edge, and a golden background panel with floral engraving frames the scene. No people are visible.2010-09-22Close-up photograph of a gold-plated ceremonial ratha or chariot fitting or processional wheel-hub decoration, with ornate engraved golden bands, floral garlands of yellow marigolds, purple flowers and red roses draped across it, and a gilded deity-like figure with a jewelled crown at right. A green draped cloth forms the backdrop and a golden staff is visible at top. No people are visible.2010-09-22Close-up photograph of a gold-plated ceremonial pillar or staff wrapped in red rose garlands and yellow marigold garlands, with purple flowers at the base. Gold bead strands and bands set with white stones decorate the metal, with an ornate gold base at the bottom. No people are visible; the blurred background suggests a temple or hall setting.2010-09-22Close photograph of a gilded ceremonial object. Ornate gold bands and rings with small jewelled inlays encircle the upper shaft, and a gold-embossed base sits beneath it. A green cloth drapes behind, with gold ornamental fittings on the left and a stone column in the background on the right. No people are visible in the frame.2010-09-22Close-up photograph of a gilded metal ceremonial object. Ornate gold repoussé work and a band of white and pink gemstone jewelry with pearl drops sit on the object against a dark green fabric backdrop. No people are visible.2010-09-22Close-up photograph of a gleaming gold cylindrical object. Red rose garlands and yellow marigold garlands drape over the frame on both sides, with a purple flower at lower left. A gold ornate base is visible at the bottom. No people are visible in the scene.2010-09-22Close-up photograph of an ornate deity murti's raised hand, a abhaya-style gesture, covered in gold and jewel work set with white stones, green and red gems and a large green cabochon at the palm. Concentric circular patterns of stones decorate the palm. Behind it are layered gold necklaces, a green garment with gem-studded ornaments, and garlands of red, yellow and purple flowers on the left. A gold staff or stem is visible at the lower right. No physical people are visible.2010-10-13 +1 copiesClose-up photo of a pair of ornate gold footwear. The gold pieces have carved, scalloped and beaded designs set with green and red stones, and are scattered with yellow and red flower petals. Behind them, a gold-trimmed maroon silk garment and a gold pillar-like base are visible. No people are visible in the frame. Photograph watermarked by the archive is omitted.2015-11-24Close-up photograph of a gleaming gold cylindrical deity murti or shivalinga-form embellishment, decorated with bands of sparkling diamond-like stones and ornate engraved gold bands at top and base. Garlands of yellow marigold-type flowers and deep red roses drape around it. A tall gold lamp stand or candle holder stands at the right edge against a dark background. No people are visible.2010-07-13Close photograph of a gilded ceremonial object decorated with a five-hooded cobra canopy of gold with green stone drops, a richly ornamented golden cylindrical form with banded jewelled rings and a bead garland, draped with garlands of red roses, yellow marigolds and purple flowers, set on an ornate gold base. A green cloth hangs behind. No people are visible.2010-09-22Close-up photograph of a gold-coloured ceremonial staff or pillar wrapped with white jasmine garlands alternating with red and yellow flower garlands and green leaves. Several bands of gold ornament set with small clear stones encircle the shaft, with a dangling gold-chain ornament hanging from one band. The background is blurred warm tones. No people are visible.2010-10-13 +1 copiesClose-up photograph of a golden deity murti, shown from the chest to the waist. The figure wears layered gold and jewelled necklaces set with red, green and white stones, a large red central pendant, and an ornate jewelled waist belt. A garland of yellow marigolds and red roses hangs over the right shoulder, and the raised gold hand holds an object. No physical people are visible; the figure is a statue.2010-09-22