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A decorated deity murti of the Divine Mother seated on a red cloth-draped platform, wrapped in a golden-orange sari and heavily garlanded with yellow marigolds and pink roses. A large jewelled collar with white and multicoloured stones covers the chest, and a crown adorned with flowers sits on the head. A smaller figure of a goddess with a garland of yellow flowers stands to the right against a pale wall. Oil lamps glow at the lower edges and a framed temple picture hangs at the top. A timestamp reads Sep 26, 2025 7:24:51 PM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.

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A photograph of a deity murti of the Goddess dressed in a yellow-orange silk sari and draped in yellow chrysanthemum and pink flower garlands. She wears a jewelled silver crown, an elaborate multicoloured stone-studded necklace and a green cloth, seated on a red cloth. A second smaller decorated murti stands to the right in a red skirt with flower garlands. Oil lamps sit in the foreground and a framed picture hangs on the wall. A timestamp in the corner reads Sep 26, 2025 7:24:55 PM Karanthai Thanjavur Tamil Nadu.2025-09-26A photograph of a decorated deity murti seated in a small shrine room with a whitewashed wall. The central figure is a large seated murti draped in a golden-yellow silk garment with red-and-gold border and a red cloth base, wearing a heavy multicolour jewelled necklace and a crown wrapped in yellow and pink flower garlands. A smaller deity murti with a pink flower crown and maroon skirt stands to its right beside a dark stone lingam with a yellow cloth wrap and a brass lamp. A brass oil lamp with lit wicks and a steel vessel sit in the foreground, and a framed picture hangs above with a green garland. A timestamp reads Sep 26, 2025 7:36:42 PM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.2025-09-26A photograph of a decorated deity murti seated on a white draped platform inside a temple-like room. The figure wears a tall silver-and-red crown, large jewelled earrings, an elaborate jewelled collar in green, blue and red stones, and a yellow silk skirt with red and green borders over a magenta blouse and green sleeves. It holds a dagger-like blade in one raised hand and a small oil lamp in the other. Yellow and pink flower garlands drape the figure and the seat. Behind it hang green and pink triangular pennants and a framed picture of a temple shrine. A timestamp reads Oct 6, 2024 5:52:22 AM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.2024-05-10KAILASA TANJAVUR On 10/8/20242024-10-08 +1 copiesA photograph of a deity murti seated on a white cloth, dressed in a yellow and red silk sari with green borders, a pink blouse with green sleeves, and an ornate jewelled gold breastplate set with green and blue stones. A silver crown rises behind the head, and the figure is decorated with thick garlands of white jasmine, pink flowers and yellow marigolds. The figure holds a small golden bowl-like object in one hand. A timestamp in the lower right reads Oct 6, 2024 9:06:47 PM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. No physical people are visible.2024-08-10A photograph of a decorated deity murti standing in a temple-like niche against a pale wall. The murti wears an ornate crown with jewelled gold and silver embellishment, a broad jewelled necklace with green, red and blue stones set in gold and silver, and a draped orange and magenta silk garment with a cream lower cloth. Garlands of yellow marigolds, red flowers and white jasmine hang over its shoulders and sides, and a pink flower is tucked at the waist. Behind it, a garland-draped object is visible on the right. A timestamp overlay reads Oct 4, 2024 6:40:08 PM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.2024-05-10A photograph of a seated goddess murti dressed for worship inside a plain whitewashed shrine. The figure wears a red sari with gold border and a green brocade blouse, a tall jeweled crown with mirror and bead work, white jasmine garlands and pink and red flower garlands, and a large ornate gold-and-stone necklace. Her raised hand holds a metal attribute. Behind her stands a black stone lingam with a white cloth wrap, and to the right another decorated deity with flower garlands and a brass oil lamp rests in front. A timestamp reads Aug 9, 2024 6:56:36 PM Karanthai Thanjavur Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-09-08A photograph of a dark stone deity murti decorated for worship, draped in a gold and maroon cloth with a yellow patterned lower garment. Its head wears a silver crown with a red-and-white bindi-like mark, and the figure is covered in red roses, pink flower strands and yellow marigolds, with a pearl and stone necklace at the chest. Small oil lamps glow at the base beside scattered petals and folded paper. A second dark stone form with a yellow and maroon cloth and pink flowers stands at the right edge. A camera timestamp in the lower right reads Nov 1, 2024 6:51:48 PM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-01-11A photograph of a deity murti seated against a grey wall, dressed in a green silk sari with gold border and a pink and purple blouse. A tall gold-and-gem crown, gem-set necklaces and a large jewelled chest ornament adorn the figure. Garlands of yellow marigolds and pink flowers frame the murti in an arch. In one hand it holds a silver ladle, in the other a brass bowl with red offerings. To the right a partial figure in yellow and white stands near a lit oil lamp. A printed timestamp reads Oct 5, 2024 8:07:57 PM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.2024-05-10A photograph of a decorated deity murti, a standing figure dressed in an ornate jewelled crown and a heavy embellished breastplate set with red, green, blue and white stones. The murti wears an orange and red silk garment with purple sleeves and is garlanded with yellow chrysanthemums and pink flowers. Its gold-coloured hands are raised in gesture. Behind it hang green, pink and gold triangular bunting flags, a gold tinsel garland, and a framed temple illustration. Beside it stands a dark stone shivalingam with a brass lamp hanging above, and a small pot with a flower garland. No people are visible.2024-03-10A photograph of a decorated deity murti seated in a temple setting, dressed in a green silk sari with gold zari borders and a pink and purple blouse. The figure wears an ornate crown, a large jewelled necklace with green and blue stones, and a red dot on the forehead. Garlands of yellow marigolds and pink flowers frame the figure. In the hands are a silver ladle and a small brass bowl. A second figure partly visible in the background wears a silver crown and garland. A timestamp in the corner reads Oct 5, 2024 8:07:25 PM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.2024-05-10A decorated deity murti of a goddess seated within an arched frame of colourful paper-fan decorations and garlands. The figure wears a yellow silk sari with red border, a red and gold upper cloth, a tall silver crown, and layered gold necklaces with a large green-and-white central pendant. Pink and red flower garlands drape the arch, a brass oil lamp stands at the right, and green cloth covers the base. A timestamp reads Aug 8, 2024 5:13:21 AM, Karanthai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.2024-08-08