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Close-up of two gilded metal deity murtis standing side by side against a terracotta-coloured wall. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather and jewelled brooch, a teal blue garment and holds a golden staff topped with a flame-like finial. The figure on the right has long dark hair with a red flower, large jewelled paisley earrings, a rich maroon and gold silk garment with ornate multi-strand necklaces and a lavender beaded waist cord. A small green parrot perches on a golden lotus-shaped cup held by the left figure. Both have gold hands raised in gesture and the scene is decorated with ornate jewellery. The lower right corner carries a copyright notice and source credit.

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