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A figure in an orange-saffron robe and matching orange turban sits with palms pressed together in namaste on an ornate gold throne with carved lion-like armrests and a gold backrest. A garland of yellow, orange and purple flowers arches behind the throne, with bouquets of gladioli and white flowers on either side. A microphone stand stands beside the throne, and a small platform in front holds flower petals and red blooms. A faded pink-purple backdrop fills the background.

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A photograph of a single person seated cross-legged on an ornate gilded throne with a tall carved back, decorated with a garland of yellow, orange and purple flowers. The seated person wears an orange-saffron turban, orange robe and a layered gold and beaded necklace, with hands pressed together in namaste and eyes closed. Lions or carved golden guardians flank the throne, with red and white flowers placed on its base and a microphone stand to the right. A pale pink backdrop fills the background. Swamiji (probable) is shown with a saffron turban, saffron robes and beaded ceremonial necklaces while seated on the throne.2011-08-19A photo of a man seated on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, hands pressed together in namaste at chest level. He wears an orange-saffron robe and a long white and red flower garland draped over his shoulders and across the throne. Flower garlands in white, red and yellow frame the throne's back, and red and yellow marigolds decorate the arms. Two white-draped side tables hold bowls of apples and vases of yellow and white flowers. Pink and gold curtains with swan motifs form the stage backdrop, and a green carpet covers the floor. The man has long hair, a crown-like adornment is absent, and a rudraksha-style garland is not clearly visible. Given the saffron robe, long swept hair and throne setting, the seated man is a person candidate in person.2009-07-11July 17 20082008-07-17A photograph of a seated man on an ornate gold throne with carved gilt panels, backed by a deep blue curtain. He wears saffron-orange robes, a rudraksha mala and a red bindi, with long dark hair, and gestures with his right hand while speaking into a microphone on a stand. The throne is garlanded with yellow marigolds and red and purple flowers, and gold trident-topped staffs stand at each side.2010-10-18 +1 copiesA seated person in saffron-orange robes and an orange head wrap with white adornments sits on an ornate gold throne with carved backrest and lion-form armrests, hands pressed together in namaskar before a microphone stand. Garlands of yellow, orange and purple flowers arch behind the throne, with red and white flower arrangements on pedestals and a water bottle at the side. The backdrop is a hazy temple-like scene.2011-08-19A seated man with long swept-back hair, a golden crown with a peacock feather, and orange-saffron robes sits with palms pressed together in namaste on an ornate gold throne with carved lion armrests and red tiger-striped cushions. Layered white, red and purple flower garlands drape his neck and the throne, and the backdrop is a banked display of marigolds and flowers under a gold canopy. Swamiji (probable): the crown, long hair, saffron robes and gold necklace match the candidate's presentation. A woman in orange clothing with glasses sits at the lower right edge of the frame.2008-01-01A seated man in a saffron-orange robe and a rudraksha mala with gold beads sits on an ornate gold throne with a carved backrest and lion-head armrests. The throne is draped with garlands of yellow and red-purple flowers, and golden trident staffs stand on either side. A microphone stand is in front of him against a dark blue curtain. He gestures with one hand while speaking to an audience.2010-10-18 +1 copiesSeptember 26 20152015-09-26A seated man in an orange saffron robe sits in meditation on an ornate gilded throne with a deep gold carved backrest and lion-like armrests upholstered in red tiger-stripe velvet. His hands rest in a mudra on his lap and his eyes are closed. Garlands of yellow and purple flowers frame the throne's back, and a painted sunset backdrop of orange and gold fills the stage behind him. The man is a person: he has a shaved head, a red tilak mark on the forehead, a saffron robe and the ceremonial throne setting, though the image alone leaves his identity uncertain.2009-08-18A seated man on an ornate gilded throne with lion-armrest supports and red velvet cushions, in front of a deep red velvet curtain. He wears an orange turban, orange robes, rudraksha malas and a gold armlet, holding a folded paper and smiling. Brass oil lamps with bird finials flank the throne.2012-04-03December 18 20112011-12-18A smiling man seated on an ornate gilded throne with lion-headed armrests, raising both palms in greeting. He wears a saffron-orange robe, a tall white and red ceremonial crown, and multiple garlands of pink, red, yellow and white flowers draped around his neck. Behind the throne hang garlands of orange, yellow and pink flowers, with more flower arrangements at the sides. A gold-framed deity emblem is set into the backrest. The scene suggests a stage or hall setting, with one person visible in the frame. Swamiji (probable): the seated man has long dark hair, saffron clothing, a crown and ornate garlands, and is in_person.2009-12-24