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March 13 2013

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September 21 20142014-09-21 +1 copiesJune 15 20132013-06-15June 15 20132013-06-15June 20 20132013-06-20 +1 copiesJune 18 20132013-06-18A photograph of a gilded deity murti pair seated on a raised throne against a green and gold draped backdrop beneath an ornate gold arch. The left figure wears an orange turban and crown, holds a trident-like staff, and is adorned with layered gold beaded necklaces; the right figure wears a pink sari, a silver crown, and multiple gold necklaces. Before them sits a large shiva lingam draped in gold and bead garlands, marigold and red flower garlands, and a green-tipped kalasha-like offering, with brass oil lamps at the base. These are statues, so no physical people are present.2014-09-28A golden deity murti pair seated on a throne-like altar within a red draped niche framed by ornate gold arch carving. The left figure holds a trident and wears a red and gold turban, with rudraksha beads and a red-and-gold garment. The right figure wears a golden crown, pearl necklaces and a lavender sari. Both wear yellow and red garlands of marigolds and white jasmine. In front, a small white-robed figure with rudraksha mala and garlands sits on a golden pedestal, with a brass lamp and offerings below. No living people are visible.2013-06-20August 13 20142014-08-13A photograph of a temple shrine with a large gilded arch framing a red velvet backdrop. Two gold-coloured murti figures are seated side by side: the male figure wears an orange turban with a crescent ornament, holds a trident, and has a jewelled necklace; the female figure wears a crown, purple and orange sari, and layered gold necklaces. Both are garlanded with yellow and magenta flower strands. Below them stands a white marble statue of a seated figure in blue robes and a blue turban, with a gold chain, its hands in a blessing gesture. Silver puja vessels, a lamp and a small bell sit on the altar in front. The figures are deity murti and a statue, so no living people are present.2010-09-15A golden-framed shrine holds a seated deity murti pair beneath orange draped fabric. The male figure has a trident, a red turban and a crown-like headdress, and wears layered silver necklaces. The female figure beside him wears a jewelled crown, a red and gold sari and heavy silver jewellery. Both are garlanded with red and yellow marigold chains, and a Shivalinga stands in front on a white and purple cloth, surrounded by brass vessels and offerings. Pale purple drapery and lamps sit on the platform below.2011-10-14June 20 20132013-06-20 +1 copiesMay 30 20132013-05-30