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A photograph of a golden figure seated in a shrine, dressed in an orange and red silk sari with layered silver necklaces and a silver-and-gold crown, one hand raised in blessing. Behind the figure stands a dark-faced deity murti with a silver crown and crimson-and-white garlands. The arch above is gold and framed with white, pink, yellow and red flower garlands. Brass oil lamps (diyas) with lit flames stand on both sides and in front, with scattered petals on the floor. The setting resembles a devi darshan display during Navaratri.

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A photograph of a devi murti seated in a niche decorated with a gold arch and garlands of white, yellow, red and pink flowers. The central figure wears an orange silk sari, a silver crown, layered silver necklaces and a silver waist belt, with a jeweled crown-like headdress and a gold-coloured face. Lit oil lamps stand on tall brass stands on either side, and a brass lamp with flames sits at the lower right. The figure is a statue, not a living person, and the scene is lit warmly at night.A photograph of a devi darshan display in a temple hall. A large seated figure in orange and red silk sari with silver jewelry, a silver necklace and bracelets, and a red-and-orange headdress sits in front of a decorated arch. Behind it stands a smaller deity murti crowned with a gold crown, adorned with silver garlands and multicoloured flower garlands of marigold, red roses and white blossoms. Brass oil lamps with lit flames stand on either side, and a brass lamp stand with lit lamps sits at the lower left. Gold-toned ornate arch with a decorative top, curtains and a hanging brass lamp are visible behind.Photograph of a shrine lit by brass oil lamps with flame-lit wicks. Behind it, a dark deity murti with a silver-embellished face and ornate silver necklace stands within garlands of white, yellow and red flowers. In front, a seated golden-skinned figure wears a jewelled golden crown, a red-orange turban, orange silk sari with gold border, layered silver necklaces, a bejewelled waist belt, and holds a rudraksha-style mala with the right hand raised in blessing. Strings of flowers hang from the arms and the shrine, and oil lamps stand at either side. No physical people are visible; the seated figure is a statue.A photograph of a seated deity murti decorated for worship in a temple-style shrine. The central figure wears a tall orange-gold turban-like crown, layered gold and silver necklaces, bangles and a green-and-gold silk saree with a golden border. Its raised hand holds a small object, and a red and gold cloth lies at its feet. Garlands of yellow, white, red and green flowers hang around an arched golden frame. Behind the figure stands a smaller silver-crowned deity murti. Tall brass oil lamps with lit flames flank the shrine, and more lamps hang from the top corners. No people are visible.A photograph of a devi murti seated in a niche decorated with garlands of white, yellow, orange and red flowers, flanked by brass oil lamps (diyas) that are lit. The central figure wears an orange and gold sari, a red-and-gold headdress with a silver crown, layered silver necklaces, and bangles; the face is painted gold with a red kumkum tilt. Behind her stands a second, smaller deity figure in a silver crown and white jewelry, framed by a gold arch. Tall brass lamp stands with lit wicks and a small brass bird ornament are at the sides, and a blue jewel-set ornament rests at the base. This is a devi darshan setting with oil lamps; no people are visible.A photograph of a devi murti shrine decorated with white and pink flower garlands, yellow marigold strands and a green-and-white garland, set in a golden arched niche. The central deity figure wears a silver crown, silver necklaces and an orange-red sari. Beside it, a larger seated figure with a gold face wears a red-and-gold turban, orange silk garment, heavy silver necklaces and a silver armlet. Several brass oil lamps with lit flames stand in front, along with a tall brass lamp stand with peacock-shaped holders and small clay diyas. The figures are statues, not living people.A photograph of a decorated deity murti in a shrine, framed by garlands of white, yellow, red and green flowers. The main figure is a dark-skinned goddess with a silver crown, nose ring and red bindi, wearing a red and white saree and heavy silver necklaces. In front of her, a gold-faced murti in an orange and maroon turban with a jewelled crown, wearing gold necklaces and an orange silk garment, sits in the foreground. Brass oil lamps and a tall brass lamp stand on the right, with small flames lit. No physical people are visible.A photograph of a devi alankaram at a shrine. A seated goddess figure in a red and gold sari with a jewelled crown and silver necklaces is decorated with white and yellow flower garlands. Behind her stands a second deity murti in a silver crown and ornate silver ornaments within a gilded arched niche. Tall brass oil lamps with lit wicks, one topped with a bird figure, flank the figures, and a palm frond rises between them.A decorated deity murti is shown in a gold-framed shrine niche with a golden arch behind it. The principal figure is a dark-faced deity with a silver crown and crescent ornament, a silver necklace, and a dark blue garment. Behind and around the figure are garlands of yellow marigolds, red roses and white flowers. A seated golden-toned figure in an orange-gold sari and layered silver and gold jewellery holds a ritual object and is adorned with a mala. Lit brass oil lamps stand on tall stands on both sides, and a kalasha pot appears beside the figures. The scene suggests an arranged puja display at a temple shrine.A photograph of a deity murti in a temple shrine, decorated for devi alankaram. A golden-faced goddess figure sits centrally in a red and magenta saree with gold belt and layered silver-and-gold necklaces, a crown with tiered headdress, and a raised hand in abhaya mudra. A smaller attendant figure in green and gold sits at her lap. She wears garlands of white, red and yellow flowers, and a ribbed white-and-purple garland arch frames the shrine behind her. Brass oil lamps with lit wicks stand on both sides, and warm light fills the dark interior.A photograph of a shrine decorated for Navaratri-style worship. A golden deity murti in the foreground is dressed in a green and gold silk sari with a jewelled crown and heavy silver necklaces, its raised hand holding a coin-covered offering plate. Behind it, a standing deity murti wears a silver crown, silver necklaces and a sparkling orange garment, framed by a gilded arch and garlands of yellow, red, white and purple flowers. Brass oil lamps with lit flames stand on both sides and in front, including a cluster of lit lamps on a stand at the lower right. No people are visible.A seated devi murti, a statue of a goddess in orange and red silk with a tall silver crown, a red headpiece and a red bindi, is displayed in a shrine flanked by tall brass oil lamps with lit wicks. Layered garlands of white, yellow and red flowers drape the statue and the backdrop. The statue's raised right hand is open in blessing, and its left arm rests on its lap. Behind it, a panel of painted elephants and flowers frames the niche, with a small figure at the top. No physical people are visible.