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A black stone deity murti seated within an ornate golden arched niche backed by a deep magenta cloth. The murti wears a pink and gold silk garment, a gold crown-like headdress, layered gold necklaces with red and green stones, and a gold coin belt. It is adorned with a thick garland of pink and white flowers, purple flowers, and green leaves, with a sandalwood or vibhuti mark on the forehead. No physical people are visible.

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A dark stone deity murti is seated in an ornate bronze arched frame within a temple shrine niche. The figure wears a pink and gold silk sari-like drape, a gold crown, layered pearl and gold necklaces, and is garlanded with white jasmine strands and a thick pink flower garland. Red roses lie at its base, and a maroon cloth backdrop hangs behind it against a yellow wall. No people are visible.2024-09-17A dark stone deity murti stands in an ornate silver-toned arched niche lined with deep maroon fabric against a yellow wall. The figure wears an orange and red silk garment with gold zari borders, a pink flower garland across the shoulders and chest, white flowers in the hair and on one arm, gold chains and a red flower at the neck. It holds a dark ceremonial object in one hand, and loose petals lie on the red floor below. No people are visible.A photograph of a black stone deity murti in a gilded arched shrine niche, draped in a pink silk sari with gold zari border and adorned with gold jewellery, a red and gem-set crown, and pink and white flower garlands with green leaf garlands. The image is a photo of a statue, with no physical people visible. A small red flower lies at its base, and maroon drapery frames the back of the niche.2024-04-11A dark stone deity murti stands inside a gilded arched niche in a yellow-walled shrine, set on a red-painted plinth. The murti wears a white jasmine garland and a long pink flower garland, a gold necklace, and an orange-and-gold silk sari with a zari border. Scattered marigold and red flowers lie at its base, and a maroon cloth backs the niche. A water jug stands to the right. No people are visible.2024-08-23A black stone deity murti of a deity with a tall crown and a trident-like staff at its side, dressed in a pink and peach silk garment with gold and jewelled ornaments, layered gold and stone necklaces, a gold jewelled armband and a nose ring. Its face bears a red tilak and vermilion mark. It is framed by pink and white flower garlands with jasmine and green leaves, and purple flowers sit atop the crown. A gold ornate frame with pink fabric backdrop surrounds it. No people are visible.2024-09-20A black stone deity murti stands in a shrine decorated for worship, fully dressed for puja. It wears a long garland of pink and white flowers that drapes to its lap, a pink flower and green leaves on a crown-like headdress with gold ornaments, and a gold necklace with pendant. A cream and maroon silk cloth is wrapped around its lower body, with a gold coin chain at the waist. Yellow marigolds and pink and yellow blossoms lie at its feet, and a maroon drape and gilded arch frame the background. No people are visible.2024-10-31A black stone deity murti seated against a maroon velvet backdrop within an ornate gilded frame. The figure wears a gold crown, a yellow-orange tilak and a nose ornament, with gold necklaces and earrings. It is dressed in a pink and beige silk sari and draped with a long garland of yellow chrysanthemums, accented with red and orange roses. Green leaves are arranged on its head, and its multiple hands hold weapons, including a dagger-like blade. Fresh white flowers lie at its base on a dark stone plinth. No people are visible.2025-02-23A black stone deity murti stands in a gilded arched niche against a maroon backdrop. It is draped in an orange and red silk sari with gold zari border and a red embroidered shawl, adorned with a pink flower garland, yellow marigold and white jasmine garlands, a gold necklace, and a gold waist belt. A crown of green leaves and flowers tops its head, and white flowers are scattered on the floor and pedestal. No people are visible.2025-12-06A black stone deity murti seated in a gold-framed arched niche against an orange backdrop, dressed in a magenta and gold silk sari-style garment with a red and white beaded border. It wears a tall jewelled crown with marigold garlands, layered beaded necklaces, and holds objects in several hands. Two brass oil lamps stand on either side, and a small lit oil lamp sits on a wooden platform in front, with marigold petals scattered around the base. No people are visible in the scene.2025-12-26A photograph of a black stone deity murti seated within a gilded arched shrine niche against an orange backdrop. The murti wears a pink and white silk garment, a tall jewelled crown decorated with green and white stones, a pink flower on the crown, layered magenta flower garlands, and a silver jewelled necklace and shawl bordered with jewel studs. Two brass standing oil lamps flank the murti, with a third small brass lamp in front, all lit, and red flower petals sit at the lamp bases. A yellow kolam line design is painted on the floor at lower right.2024-06-14A dark stone deity murti stands in a temple shrine, draped in a pink and gold silk sari with a brocade border. It wears gold necklaces, a jewelled pendant, and earrings, and is garlanded with orange and yellow marigold chains. Green leaves are tucked over its head, a crown-like form sits at the top, and a pink flower rests on the shoulder. The murti holds a dagger-like implement, and a red-and-gold ornate backdrop frames the scene. Scattered petals lie on the floor below.2025-02-21A black stone deity murti seated on a gilded throne within a golden arched niche. The murti wears a silver crown with pink flowers, a pink silk sari with gold motifs and a green-bordered hem, and a green-and-gold belt. Red and white flower garlands with yellow and green accents drape over its shoulders and arms. It holds a long trident-like staff and other ritual objects in its multiple hands, with green leaves tucked in. Jasmine petals and pink blossoms are scattered on the floor in front, and a maroon cloth backdrop hangs behind. No people are visible in the scene.