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A dark grey stone statue of a multi-armed deity stands on a plinth in front of an orange-walled building, framed by a large carved circular halo with lotus-petal edging. The figure wears a crown, a rudraksha-style necklace, armbands and a dhoti-like lower garment, holds a long staff or trident-like weapon across the body, and raises a small vessel in one hand. Small white and pink flowers lie at its base, and a blue metal gate and trees appear at the right. This is a deity murti, not a living person.

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A photograph of a grey stone statue of a multi-armed deity standing in a dynamic pose inside a large circular arch carved with scalloped patterns. The figure has a tall flame-like crown, a forehead mark, ornate necklaces and armbands, and holds a long trident-like staff across the body, with several other hands raised holding objects. Small white and pink flowers lie at its base on a stone plinth in front of an orange-walled building with a window grille. No physical people are visible.2011-06-24May 10 20122012-05-10A close view of a dark grey stone sculpture of a multi-armed dancing deity murti set within a carved circular arch of flame-like scrollwork. The figure wears a tall, flared headdress, an elaborate collar necklace, armlets and a jewelled waist sash over a long draped skirt. It holds a long trident-like staff diagonally across the body, with several hands raised, one holding a small bowl or object and another gripping a serpent-like form. Behind it is a red-orange wall, a metal grille and a blue gate, with a small blue bucket on the paved ground.2011-06-24May 10 20122012-05-10May 10 20122012-05-10A dark grey stone statue of a multi-armed deity murti stands on a pale stone base within a circular flame-like halo carved with intricate patterns. The figure wears a tall crown, layered jewelled necklaces, armbands and a waist cloth, holding a long staff or weapon across its body in one of several raised hands. Pink flower petals lie at its base. Behind it are a peach-coloured wall, a barred window, a blue gate with gold finials, and a black telephone on a ledge.2011-06-24Photograph of a dark grey stone sculpture of a multi-armed Nataraja-style deity murti standing within a flaming circular aureole carved with decorative patterns. The figure has tiered flame-like hair, a crown, a broad jewelled necklace and armlets, and a sash at the waist. Several of its hands hold a drum, a small bowl or lamp, and a long rod held across the body, while its raised leg and pose suggest dance. The sculpture stands outdoors in front of an orange-walled building with a window grille and a tree behind it. No physical people are visible.2011-06-24June 24 20112011-06-24A photograph of a dark grey stone statue of Nataraja, the dancing deity murti, standing within an arched ring of carved flame-like aureole with a floral border. The figure has a tall flame-swept hair crown, a carved headband, a broad ornate necklace and armbands, and a long wrapped dhoti. One hand holds a small drum-like object and another a trident-like staff, while several arms extend around the frame. Two white and pink flowers lie on the stone base. Behind are a blue metal gate, an orange wall and a small blue container.2011-06-24A dark grey stone sculpture of a multi-armed deity murti stands on a concrete plinth outside an orange-walled building. The figure holds a trident and other implements in its raised hands and is framed by a large carved circular halo. Small white and pink flowers lie at its base. Beside it are a table with a blue bucket, a barred window, and a ceiling fan visible through the glass. Trees and another stone sculpture appear in the background.2011-06-24A large dark grey stone statue of a multi-armed deity murti stands outdoors within a circular prabhavali halo carved with flame-like patterns. The figure wears a crown, layered necklaces, armlets and a waist sash, holding implements in several hands including a rod or staff and a small bowl-like object. Behind it are a blue-green metal gate, a red brick wall and a white plastic chair. No persons are visible in the foreground.2011-06-24June 24 20112011-06-24