A standing figure in a rust-red robe with a matching red-orange turban and a gold ornament on the head raises both arms overhead, smiling. A long red-and-yellow flower garland hangs from the neck over a gold bead mala. Gold bangles are worn on the wrists and upper arms. Behind is a gilded throne with lion-form arms and a red velvet cushion, set before deep red velvet drapes, with an ornate rug on the floor. A candidate matching Swamiji (probable) by his distinctive ceremonial cues: turban, rudraksha-style gold mala, flower garland and ornate clothing, standing before the throne.

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