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April 14 20132013-04-14A carved wooden shrine panel decorated with yellow marigold and red rose garlands and dry straw or grass bundles. Inside a recessed niche sits a seated gilded or bronze-toned figure in a draped robe, one hand raised to the cheek in a contemplative pose, wearing a long rudraksha mala and a red tilak on the forehead. Ornate carved columns frame the niche, and the sky is pale behind the structure.2010-07-05A gilded seated statue of a sage with long wavy hair and a tilico mark on the brow sits in a carved wooden shrine niche. The figure's right hand is raised in a gesture of blessing, and the draped robe is folded over its lap. The niche is framed by strands of yellow marigold garlands and deep red rose garlands hanging down both sides, with turned wooden pillars and carved wood edging below.2014-09-28October 29 20162016-10-29November 21 20142014-11-21A close-up photograph of a copper repoussé panel mounted on a copper-and-brass ceremonial structure, encircled by a garland of yellow marigold flowers. The embossed figure has long hair, a red bindi on the forehead, a beaded necklace and a draped garment, with one hand raised in blessing. Brass pillars and ornately carved copper edges frame the panel.2006-09-29A photograph of a copper-coloured shrine structure decorated with garlands of yellow marigold flowers and red roses. Inside a niche of the shrine sits a golden seated statue of a figure with a serene face and draped robe, a statue rather than a living person. A tall palm-like stalk is tucked beside the garland. The background shows a cloudy grey sky, green trees and a palm frond on the right.2015-09-08 +1 copiesA close view of an ornate copper-coloured ceremonial pillar or stand decorated with yellow marigold and red rose garlands draped across it. Inside a niche at its centre sits a small gold-toned seated figure of a sage or teacher wearing a draped robe, shown as a statue. Dry palm-leaf whisks are tied to the sides. Behind, a tall coconut palm and green foliage fill the outdoor background. The scene looks like a temple-grounds decoration, possibly for a flag-hoisting ceremony.2015-09-08A golden metal statue of a seated figure is displayed inside a copper-faced shrine or palanquin frame, decorated with long garlands of yellow marigolds interspersed with red flowers and green leaves. The figure has a raised right hand in blessing, a long swept-back hairstyle, a rudraksha-style necklace, and a draped shawl. Dry straw bundles stand at the sides of the frame, with palm fronds and blue sky behind. The statue is a depiction, not a living person, and no printed name is visible on the statue itself.2009-12-26May 10 20122012-05-10September 08 20152015-09-08October 29 20162016-10-29