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A photograph of a deity murti decorated for worship, seated on a green cloth over a purple cloth, framed by an arch of red, yellow, purple and white flower garlands. The murti wears layered gold necklaces and a crown, and holds a peacock-feather fan. Two priests in white dhotis and white head cloths stand on either side, one with palms pressed together in namaskar and the other raising his hands to his head. A painted figure of a fierce guardian with a moustache appears in the background, with string lights above.

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April 23 20132013-04-23April 23 20132013-04-23April 23 20132013-04-23 +2 copiesA metal deity murti of Murugan-like form stands in a fully garlanded alcove framed by bands of red, yellow, purple and white flower garlands with a green leaf crest. The murti wears a crown, layered gold and green necklaces, a white sash and a peacock-feather-style ornament, holding a staff-like object. Beneath it sits a green cloth and a yellow fruit offering on a purple cloth base. Two priests in white dhoti-style clothing with gold-bordered shawls and white turbans stand at either side, adorning the murti with garlands; the left priest has white sandal-paste markings on his arms and holds a garland with clasped hands, while the right priest lifts a garland overhead. A painted deity figure with a mustache and red face appears in the background, along with decorative lights and gold-trimmed ornate carvings. No a person candidate is visible.2012-04-23 +2 copiesA temple ritual photograph centred on a decorated deity murti seated on a gold-framed peetha, adorned with a green silk cloth, layered garlands of red, yellow, white and green flowers, and jewelled ornaments. Two priests in white dhoti and white shawl stand on either side: the one on the left holds his hands together in prayer, and the one on the right, bare-chested with a gold-bordered cloth and white turban, raises his hand to his head. In the foreground a third figure in an orange-red cloth kneels beside a small brick fire pit with a flame. Brightly painted temple walls and gold ornamentation frame the scene.2012-04-23 +2 copiesTwo priests in white ritual dhotis and cream-gold turbans perform a decorative ritual before a deity murti dressed in a green silk garment and layered jewelled necklaces. The murti is almost entirely covered in garlands of yellow marigolds, white jasmine and red roses, with purple flower strands. A priest on the left, wearing a white jasmine garland and sacred markings on his arms, holds a small object near the murti. A priest on the right, bare-backed with a white cloth draped over one shoulder, lifts a dark cloth canopy above the murti. A green cloth lies beneath the statue with an orange fruit placed in front. The background is a colourful painted arch, and a gold-leaf decorative panel is visible at the left edge.2012-04-23 +2 copiesApril 23 20132013-04-23 +2 copiesApril 23 20132013-04-23 +2 copiesA decorated deity murti of Meenakshi-style goddess stands on a green and magenta draped platform before a backdrop of red, yellow and purple flower garlands arranged in arches. Two priests in white dhotis with gold borders and white turbans, one with a sacred ash marking on his forehead, stand on either side, one adjusting garlands and the other looking on. In front, brass trays hold fruit and offerings, and a small flame burns near yellow turmeric-coated blocks. The scene suggests a temple abhishekam or puja setting, with an ornate gold-trimmed shrine behind.2013-04-23Two priests in white dhoti and white turbans with gold borders stand before a large floral-decorated structure draped in red, yellow, purple and white garlands, with a green cloth and a small peacock-shaped ornament at its base. The priest on the left, with a white ash marking on his arm, adjusts garlands while the priest on the right, wearing a gold bangle and wristwatch, arranges the floral arch. Behind them a painted deity figure with a red face and moustache stands beside an ornate gold throne, with string lights glowing in the background.2012-04-23 +2 copiesA photograph of a temple ritual centred on a decorated deity murti standing in an ornate niche. The murti wears layered jewelled necklaces and a green garment, and is framed by garlands of red, yellow, purple and white flowers. Two priests in white dhotis and cream turbans stand on either side, each holding the ends of an orange and navy silk cloth draped over the murti, as if unveiling or covering it. The priest on the left wears white garlands and bangles; the priest on the right wears white flower garlands, gold necklaces and a gold-bordered dhoti. Brass lamps and a purple cloth lie at the base of the altar, with a peacock motif visible near the figure. Two people are visible, both priests; no candidate matching the described presence appears.2012-04-23 +2 copiesApril 23 20132013-04-23 +2 copies