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A dark stone deity murti. Green leaves frame the sides, and a red flower sits at the chest. The image is a close-up of the decorated murti on a dark altar, with an orange-lettered 'NIVI' or similar text on the base. No people are visible.

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A dark stone deity murti. The face has white and red tilak markings and a jewelled gold-and-pink ornamental headpiece with pearl drops. Gold pendant necklaces rest on the chest, and the body is wrapped in a magenta silk sari with gold zari borders. Red roses are tucked among the garlands against a deep maroon backdrop.2024-10-11A dark stone deity murti decorated for worship, wearing a pink and peach silk garment, layered silver and jewelled necklaces with red and green stones, and a gold crown or headpiece. Its head is crowned with orange and purple flowers, and yellow marigold and red rose garlands drape over its shoulders and arms. A red tilak marks the forehead, and the figure is set against a magenta cloth backdrop. No people are visible in the scene.2024-09-19A photograph of a black stone deity murti seated in a golden arched niche against a deep magenta cloth backdrop. The murti is draped in a pink and gold silk sari with a gold border and wrapped in thick garlands of yellow marigolds with red roses. It wears a gold crown, a pearl and gemstone necklace with a large purple flower at the chest, and a gold waist chain. Green leaves rise above the head and in the raised hands, which hold a trident-like staff. A single yellow rose lies on the lower right, and the setting suggests a temple sanctum with a puja decoration.2024-09-21A dark stone deity murti of a goddess stands against a deep red cloth backdrop. She wears a crown of white jasmine garlands with a red flower at the top, a red bindi and a white urdhva tilaka on the forehead, a gold nose ring and large gold earrings. Her body is draped in a magenta blouse and a blue saree with gold zari border, layered with heavy gold and ruby-studded necklaces. A long yellow marigold garland hangs from her shoulders to her waist, and green leaves frame her head. She holds a sword-like weapon at her side. No people are visible.2024-12-29A black stone deity murti of a form with a trident in one hand, dressed in a blue and pink silk sari with gold zari border and draped in thick yellow marigold garlands with red rose accents. The murti wears gold jewellery including layered necklaces, a nose ring and a crown with green leaves and a yellow flower, and has white and vertical tilak markings on its forehead. Maroon fabric forms the backdrop. No physical people are visible; the image shows only the decorated deity.A dark stone deity murti seated before a dark arched backdrop with a burgundy cloth draped behind it. The figure is dressed in a pink and white sari and adorned with a gold necklace and a gold crown ornament with a green leaf and pink flower on top. It is decorated with large garlands of yellow marigolds, pink flowers and white jasmine strands. A metal arch with ornate carvings frames the murti.2024-02-11A 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 niche framed by ornate silver-toned arch and crown. The murti is draped in a magenta silk cloth with gold border and adorned with a yellow and white chrysanthemum garland, layered white and red-stone necklaces, and jewelled earrings. A tripundra-style forehead marking with a red dot is visible, and yellow marigold petals are scattered at its feet and hands. The backdrop is gold-leaf covered wall. No people are present.2025-10-01A black stone deity murti stands in a temple shrine, adorned with long garlands of yellow marigold flowers and red roses. The figure wears a blue and magenta silk sari-like drape with gold zari borders, layered gold and red-stone necklaces, and a crown decorated with green leaves and a yellow flower. A tilak and nose ornament are visible on the face, and a trident-like weapon is held in one raised hand. A deep maroon cloth forms the backdrop with an ornate gold frame behind. No people are visible.A black stone deity murti dressed for worship, adorned with a thick garland of white jasmine flowers, a pink and gold silk cloth draped over its body, and a large ornate pink and gold crown with green and red stone inlay. Gold necklaces with a temple pendant, a yellow flower and green leaves decorate the figure, with a dark red fabric backdrop behind it. No physical people are visible.2024-06-11 +1 copiesA dark stone murti of a seated deity stands in an ornate golden arched niche against a deep maroon cloth backdrop, set on a black pedestal. The figure wears a pink and gold silk sari-like drape, a gold necklace, and a jewelled crown-like headpiece. It is heavily garlanded with a thick yellow marigold garland, a pink and red flower garland, and a white jasmine and red rose garland over the arch. Green leaves frame the shoulders. A small black pedestal plate is inscribed with NIVEDYAM. The yellow wall and red floor surround the shrine, indicating a temple setting. A deity murti, not a living person, is shown.2024-10-11A photograph of a black stone deity murti in a shrine alcove, dressed in a blue and purple silk sari with gold zari border and a pink blouse. The figure is adorned with a yellow marigold garland, red roses, layered gold necklaces, earrings and a gold belt, with a white flower and crescent ornament on the head and white tilak markings on the forehead. A sword is held in one raised hand, and green leaves and roses decorate the upper shoulders. A red cloth backdrop and carved gold frame surround the murti. No people are visible.