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A photograph of a decorated deity murti or sacred object shown from above, with no people visible. A silver-toned metal form with embossed floral and paisley patterns is adorned with a large ring of orange and yellow marigold-style garlands, deep red satin flower garlands and gold ribbon roses with green leaves. A white jasmine garland hangs at the top, and a red-and-yellow silk cloth lies beneath. Jewelled ornaments with red, green and white stones, a yellow rose and rose petals decorate the centre. The lower edge shows a red and gold patterned rug.

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A decorated ritual vessel or throne-like stand dressed with dense garlands of red, orange and yellow marigolds and white jasmine strands. At the centre sits a silver or pewter plate with a small silver ornament, two small silver bowls and an orange marigold bloom, surrounded by a jeweled white-and-red bead garland. Gold fabric rosettes and green leaves decorate the base. Strings of white flowers hang at the top edge against a dark red background. No people are visible; the arrangement appears to be a temple or home altar decoration for worship.2024-04-09Overhead photo of a decorated brass tray displaying a deity's silver ornamentation arranged for worship. Orange and white marigold and jasmine garlands frame the tray, with a red rose and cream carnation placed at the top. Silver embossed plates hold white flower garlands, a jewelled rosette with red and green stones, and silver ornaments with ruby-and-emerald style gems. Yellow marigolds and pink rose petals are scattered on the tray, and a red and cream patterned rug lies beneath. No people are visible. A deity murti is not clearly shown, so the image depicts offerings and decorations rather than a identifiable form.2024-07-07A photograph of a decorated Shiva lingam-style murti at a temple shrine, framed by a thick circle of red, orange and yellow marigold-type garlands with gold-coloured rose decorations. A jewelled silver-and-gemstone necklace with red, green and white stones rests on the murti, and scattered pink and white rose petals cover its surface. A gold jewelled crown-like ornament sits at the front, and a silver oil lamp stands beside the murti. Behind the arrangement are a magenta cloth and a patterned floor rug. No people are visible.2024-08-18 +1 copiesClose-up photograph of a deity's ornamented silver footwear or padukas set on a brass plate, framed by an arch of orange marigold garlands and white jasmine garlands. A jewelled rosette with red, green and white stones sits at the top. Pink and red rose petals and a pink rose are scattered at the base on a red satin cushion with gold rose decorations. No people are visible.2024-11-09Overhead photo of a deity murti decorated for worship, set within a large brass tray. The figure is almost entirely covered by dense garlands of orange marigold-like flowers, red and green satin ruffled garlands with gold-tinted accents, and clusters of purple chrysanthemums. A silver-toned embossed backdrop with floral scrollwork frames the head, and jeweled silver ornaments with coloured stones lie at the lower edge. Two round silver-rimmed discs are visible among the decorations. No people are visible.2024-08-31A photograph of a decorated deity murti or ritual icon seen from above, framed by a ring of orange and red marigold-style garlands with a yellow marigold border and a white jasmine garland at the top. The centre holds white petals, orange marigolds and two silver ornaments, with a jewelled gold-and-stone adornment and a silver jewelled crown-like headpiece set with red, green and white stones. Gold foil rose decorations and red satin bows are arranged around the base, with a beaded silver chain hanging below. A green and gold bordered cloth lies underneath. No people are visible.2024-08-13Overhead photograph of a decorated deity murti or silver shrine piece set on a round brass tray. The silver sculpted form is heavily covered in purple and violet flowers, with a garland of red and orange blossoms and gold rose-shaped ornaments around it. A white jasmine garland hangs above and yellow marigold garlands sit at the sides. A gold jewelled crown or ornament with red and green stones rests at the top, with a red ribbon. The tray sits on an orange cloth over a patterned red and cream carpet. No people are visible.2024-08-14A close overhead photo of a deity murti decorated for worship. The murti's face is largely hidden by a thick ring of yellow and magenta marigold-style flower garlands. White jasmine garlands hang at the top, and a silver-toned jewelled necklace set with red, green and white stones lies across the murti, with a matching round jewelled ornament above it. Beneath is an orange cloth with a green and gold border on a red patterned carpet. No people are visible.2024-07-15A close overhead photograph of a silver-embossed deity murti or ritual object decorated for worship. Red and yellow roses, rose petals and a jeweled crown-like ornament with red, green and white stones rest on the silver surface. A white jasmine garland and red and yellow flower garlands frame it on a brass tray, and jeweled ornamental bands with red and green stones lie along the base. No people are visible.2024-07-27KAILASA SEATTLE, USA on 1/8/20212021-01-08Close-up photograph of a ceremonial deity or murti setup on an ornate silver pedestal or peetham. White jasmine garlands drape around the base, and red and magenta roses and rose petals are arranged in front of a silver motif. A jeweled crown-like ornament with green, red and white stones sits at the top, and silver ornaments set with coloured stones rest in the lower corners beside small silver bowls. A gold-toned plate forms the background. No people are visible.2024-09-07Close overhead photo of a ritual setting for a deity. Red carnation and white jasmine garlands wrap around the silver, with white roses and a yellow flower placed in the centre. A jewelled ornament with red, green and white stones sits at the top, with a gold jewelled ornament at the bottom edge. Two small silver lamps or cups hold offerings. No people are visible.2025-09-02