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A photograph of a deity murti standing on a gilded golden base with a carved serpent hood at its front. The figure wears an orange shawl over a jewelled silver-and-white bodice with multicoloured stone ornaments, a crown on its head, and a red-and-gold dhoti. It is densely garlanded with bands of yellow marigold, red rose petals and white jasmine-like flowers, with green leaves and a green silk cloth behind. The setting suggests a temple or festival decoration. No people are visible.

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A metal deity murti stands within a dense arch of marigold and rose garlands in yellow, white, red and purple. The figure wears an orange silk shawl over a red and gold patterned garment, with an ornate jewelled necklace and a tall gold crown. Its hands are raised in a blessing pose. Beside it rests a gold peacock-shaped and serpent-shaped ornamental vessel. A green silk drape hangs behind the arch and a pink wall with a partial signboard stands in the background. No living people are visible.2011-10-26October 04 20112011-10-04January 14 20132013-01-14Photograph of an ornately decorated deity murti on a golden ceremonial vehicle, adorned with layered red, yellow, green and white flower garlands and gold chains. A gold peacock-head motif sits in front, and an orange canopy with ornate panels rises above. Small attendant figures flank the central form, which wears a crown and jewelled ornaments. No physical people are visible, only statues and decorations.2015-02-03October 04 20112011-10-04A metal murti of a deity stands under a gilded arch framed with ornate golden repoussé panels, draped in heavy garlands of white jasmine, yellow marigolds and red roses. The deity wears a tall crown, layered silver necklaces and ornaments, and an orange-red cloth draped across its shoulders. A small brass kalasha or lamp sits at its base among the flowers, and fresh leaves lie in front. The setting is an outdoor courtyard with potted plants and paving. No people are visible in the frame.2013-01-15October 27 20112011-10-27A metal statue of a standing sage in folded-hands namaskar stands within an ornate gilded arched backdrop. The figure wears an orange turban, a red-and-gold garment, and a heavy silver and jewelled necklace with a pendant. The statue is draped with long garlands of yellow, red, pink and white flowers that hang down the sides. A small flower offering sits at its base.2011-11-29 +1 copiesA deity murti, a metal figure with a gold face, is framed by dense flower garlands of red roses, white roses, yellow marigolds and purple blooms. It wears an ornate crown with a jewelled peacock-style ornament, a heavy jewelled necklace with red stones and a large green gem, and layered gold coin garlands. A kalasha-style gold base sits below, covered in white and yellow flower offerings. No physical people are visible; the figure is a statue shown in festival decoration.2011-10-04November 15 20152015-11-15A deity murti of Krishna-style form stands in a golden shrine arch heavily decorated with red and white rose garlands, yellow marigold strands and purple flower strings. The murti wears a jeweled crown and ornate silver-and-gold necklaces with red stones. It stands on a golden elephant-shaped carriage base with wheels, a ratha-style procession vehicle. A golden yellow cloth drapes the base, and a dark blue curtain and red fabric frame the background.2011-10-04A decorated deity murti stands on a golden vahana-like base draped with a green cloth, surrounded by arches of red roses, white roses, yellow marigolds and purple flower garlands. The murti wears a tall ornate crown with a peacock feather, layered jewelled necklaces with green and red stones, and armlets. Gold-coloured ornaments and tassels hang at the right. No physical people are visible in the frame.2013-10-10