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A photograph of a group of men in white ritual clothing gathered around a golden ceremonial throne (peetha) with a decorated seat. A woman in a red-and-white outfit sits centrally on the throne wearing a colourful floral crown and garlands of orange and green flowers. Several men wear rudraksha malas and white dhotis or shirts; one man in an orange shawl stands at upper left. A tall golden trident (trishul) with bells stands behind the throne. A red and silver plaque in front of the throne bears Tamil text, and a garland of green leaves sits at its base. Two men kneel at left and a smiling man in glasses sits at right. The scene suggests a coronation or honouring ceremony. No individual is identified as a person.

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A group of men in white dhotis and white shirts with rudraksha malas surrounds a seated figure on a gold throne at the centre. The seated figure wears a colourful beaded crown and a garland of flowers, and a tall trident with bells stands beside the throne. In front, a red and silver plaque with Tamil lettering is set on a gold base decorated with green leaves. A man in the foreground sits smiling with hands clasped, and others on both sides press palms together in greeting. Red drapes hang behind the group. The seated figure's appearance is not clearly visible enough to confirm identity, so no candidate is established.2013-03-03March 03 20132013-03-03A photograph of a ceremony on an ornate stage before a deep maroon curtain. A seated figure on a gold throne with a carved gold backrest wears a tall crown with colourful patterns, a white and red garland of flowers, and a saffron-coloured garment, smiling. A tall golden trident-shaped staff with small bells stands beside the throne. In front, a silver ceremonial plate is set on the stage. A man in an orange robe kneels and bows, while others in white shirts and white dhotis, some with rudraksha malas and orange shawls, stand around. A cameraman in white at left films the scene.2013-03-03March 03 20132013-03-03Photo 11739239 +3 copiesA ceremonial gathering in a hall with deep red velvet drapes. A central figure sits on an ornate gilded throne with a tall golden backrest and a trident-topped rod behind it, wearing a tall multicolored crown, a flower garland and rudraksha-style beads. Around the throne, men in white dhotis and white shirts with rudraksha malas and ID lanyards stand and kneel, some with hands folded in greeting. A bald man in saffron cloth with gold armbands kneels at the front, hands joined, before a silver-rimmed ceremonial plate with garlands on a red-draped platform. A man in orange robes stands at left. Printed text on the platform base reads in Tamil.2013-03-03March 03 20132013-03-03March 03 20132013-03-03 +1 copiesMarch 03 20132013-03-03Photo of a ceremonial coronation-style gathering on a red-curtained stage. A central seated figure sits on an ornate gold throne with a golden arch and a tall ceremonial staff, wearing a multicoloured crown, a garland of flowers and a beaded necklace. Around the throne, about fifteen men in white dhotis and white shirts, many with rudraksha malas and some with orange shawls, stand and sit with palms pressed together in respectful greeting. A shaven-headed man in orange robe and gold necklace kneels at the lower left, facing the throne with hands folded. A photographer kneels in the lower right foreground. The throne has a red base with a silver disc and flower decorations at its foot.2013-03-03March 03 20132013-03-03A large group of devotees in white dhotis and shirts, many wearing rudraksha malas and orange shawls, stands and kneels with palms pressed together in namaskar around a gilded ornate throne with red velvet cushioning. Seated on the throne is a figure in a colourful striped crown with a garland of flowers around the neck, holding a silver trident staff. A bald priest in orange robes and gold necklace kneels at the front left. Behind them hangs deep maroon velvet drapery. A small silver plate on a wooden stand and floral offerings sit before the throne.2013-03-03