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A photograph of a small metal deity murti placed on an orange satin cloth in a temple setting. The multi-armed figure wears a blue satin garment with a gold-toned border and a silver jewelled crown with turquoise stones, and is framed by a pink and purple fringed floral garland with yellow marigold flowers. Scattered marigolds lie on the cloth and altar step, with brass vessels and a yellow-flowered tray nearby. A timestamp overlay in the lower right reads Sep. 21, 2024 10:37:54 a.m. Salem, Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.

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A small multi-armed metal deity murti is the central subject, seated on an orange satin cloth on a wooden surface. The murti wears a blue satin garment with gold trim, a jewelled silver necklace and belt, and a red tilak on the forehead. Its arms hold ritual objects, including a trident-like staff. Magenta and purple fabric garlands frame it, and yellow flowers and a jewelled silver crown with blue stones sit at the top. Brass vessels and a brass lamp are at the left and right edges. No people are visible.2024-10-09A small silver-toned deity murti with multiple arms, wearing a jeweled crown with turquoise stones, a blue silk garment with gold border, and a jeweled necklace, seated before a pink and purple fabric garland. An orange satin cloth lies beneath it on a stone surface, and a brass lamp or vessel sits at the right edge. A timestamp overlay reads Aug. 28, 2024 11:36:34 a.m., Salem, Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-08-28A photograph of a small bronze deity murti seated on an orange satin cushion in a temple shrine. The murti wears a blue and silver jeweled crown, a pearl necklace, a jeweled collar, and a purple satin cloth draped across its body with gold borders. It holds a trident-like staff across its front and is decorated with a garland of red, pink, orange, green and yellow flowers, plus white jasmine blooms and a yellow plumeria flower at its base. Behind it are brass plates of yellow flowers and offerings, and a green cloth hangs in the background. A timestamp overlay reads Sep. 25, 2024 11:17:44 a.m. Salem, Tamil Nadu.2024-09-25A small bronze-toned deity murti stands on a square pedestal atop an orange satin cushion in a temple setting. The multi-armed figure wears a crown with turquoise and blue jewelled ornaments, a large red hibiscus flower tucked above the head, red and white beaded necklaces, a silver necklace with a blue gemstone pendant, and a dark blue cloth wrapped at the waist. A brass staff or rod lies diagonally across the base. Behind it, brass plates hold red flowers and small offerings, and a gold-trimmed altar shelf is visible. A timestamp reads Jun. 22, 2024 1:32:57 p.m. Salem Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-06-22A photograph of a copper-toned deity murti decorated for worship, standing on a pedestal draped with an orange satin cloth. The figure wears a purple satin garment, a jewelled crown with blue stones, a pearl necklace and a large jewelled pendant with a blue stone, and holds a trident-like staff. It is surrounded by a garland of pink, red, orange, yellow and green crepe-paper flowers, with yellow marigolds, white blossoms and a yellow plumeria placed at its base. A vermilion tilak mark is on its forehead. Behind it are a green silk cloth with a gold border and a wooden bench with a red flower. A timestamp reads Sep. 25, 2024 11:17:47 a.m. Salem, Tamil Nadu.2024-09-25A photograph of a small metal murti of a deity standing on an ornate pedestal, seated on an orange satin cloth. The figure wears a green silk garment with a red and gold band, a jewelled necklace and a large jewelled crown with turquoise stones, and holds a trident. Pink and white flowers are placed around the figure and at its base. In front is a brass lamp with a lit flame, and brass ritual vessels and a brass lamp stand are visible at the right edge. Behind are wooden platforms with brass and gold items, including a plate of flowers. A timestamp in the corner reads Jun. 29, 2024 10:10:30 a.m. Salem Tamil Nadu.2024-06-29A black stone deity murti seated on a pedestal within a golden arched shrine niche with an orange backdrop. The murti wears a tall jewelled crown, a blue silk sari with gold and pink woven motifs, a white floral garland and pink flower garlands, and a red bindi. Several arms are visible, holding ritual objects including a sword-like implement. Golden pillars with carved floral reliefs frame the niche. No people are visible. A timestamp in the corner reads Jul. 11, 2024 11:47:59 a.m. Salem, Tamil Nadu.2024-10-07A small metal deity murti stands on an orange silk cloth before a yellow wall in a temple shrine. The figure wears a green satin garment with a red and gold border, a jewelled necklace with a blue stone, and a jewelled crown. Red kumkum marks are on its forehead and chest, and red hibiscus flowers are placed in its surroundings, with white flowers scattered at its base. A large ornate silver halo frames the murti, and it holds a long staff. In front, a brass plate holds a lit oil lamp. Background shrine figures and draped fabrics are visible. A timestamp reads Jun. 29, 2024 9:20:15 a.m. Salem, Tamil Nadu.2024-06-29Photograph of a black stone deity murti seated inside a gilded arched shrine niche with an orange cloth backdrop. The murti wears a tall jewelled crown, a white and purple garland, a white bead necklace, a blue and gold patterned silk garment, and a red and white beaded sash. Yellow flowers are placed on the shoulders and arms. Two brass standing oil lamps flank the murti, with a small brass lamp in front. The timestamp overlay reads Jul. 5, 2024 10:50:48 a.m., Salem, Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-04-07A photograph of a black stone deity murti seated in an ornate gilded arched shrine niche with an orange backdrop. The murti wears a tall jewelled crown, a blue and purple silk sari-like garment with gold border, a magenta and white flower garland, and red hibiscus flowers with yellow blossoms in its hands. Two brass oil lamps (deepas) stand on the floor before the shrine, with a small brass lamp in front, and a magenta patterned curtain sits to the left. The timestamp overlay reads Jul. 5, 2024, Salem, Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-04-07A photograph of a small metal murti of Nataraja, the dancing Shiva, standing on a round silver plate with pink flower petals and green leaves. The figure has multiple arms and is encircled by a silver arch edged with beads, and it is strung with rudraksha beads and gold balls. Its crown is studded with red, blue and green stones. Behind it sit pink and yellow fabric garlands and a jeweled decoration, with an orange cloth spread beneath. No people are visible. A timestamp overlay reads Oct. 23, 2024 11:51:19 a.m., Salem, Tamil Nadu.2024-10-23A photograph of a black stone deity murti seated on a throne within a gilded arch niche with an orange backdrop. The figure wears a blue silk garment with a gold-bordered hem, a tall decorated crown with red and green jewelled panels, layered garlands of white flowers and red and white beads, and a large red floral necklace. Several arms are visible holding ritual objects. To the right, another dark statue in a pink garment stands in a neighbouring niche. The floor is grey and a yellow painted kolam design is partly visible at the lower right. A timestamp overlay reads Aug. 23, 2024 11:57:16 a.m. Salem Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-08-23