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A photograph of a decorated golden throne-like palanquin or peetha heavily garlanded with yellow, white, red, magenta and orange flowers and strings of marigolds, with gold bells and tasseled finials hanging above. At the centre sits a deity murti dressed in white with a tall crown, a large decorative breastplate and a garland, placed before a small offering dish. To the right, a large portrait shows a smiling man with long swept-back hair wearing an orange-saffron robe, rudraksha malas and a gold necklace; the portrait is a printed depiction, not a physical person. A brass oil lamp stands at the right edge beside a microphone. No physical people are visible.

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A decorated golden palanquin-style vehicle stands on a stage, draped with garlands of marigolds and white flowers in red, orange and yellow, with hanging brass bells and coloured tassels in pink, green, blue and orange. At its centre sits a deity murti dressed in white with a gold-and-red necklace and a crown-like headdress, framed by a floral arch. To the right, a large portrait shows a smiling man in orange and gold ceremonial attire with a golden necklace. Dark red and navy curtains form the backdrop. No physical people are visible in the scene.2011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03A photograph of a decorated stage setup with an ornate golden palanquin-style seat on wheeled casters, covered with garlands of yellow, orange, red and white flowers and hanging golden bells with coloured tassels. Seated on the throne is a small white deity murti adorned with a garland and necklace. Stage lighting stands and dark drapes frame the scene. At the right edge, a large orange-clad portrait shows a smiling figure in a saffron turban and orange robe with ornate gold necklace, labelled as a portrait, not a physical person. No people are physically present in the frame.2011-10-03A decorated ceremonial palanquin or peetha-style seat is the central subject, heavily garlanded with multicolored flower chains in yellow, red, white, purple and orange. A deity murti in white with a crown and necklaces sits at the centre, framed by a floral arch. Gold-toned bells with pink, blue, green and teal tassels hang from the canopy poles. Gold filigree trim lines the base, with a dark blue drape behind. No physical people are visible.2011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03A decorated procession vehicle at dusk, draped in dense garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and white blossoms. Golden bells hang from the canopy with pink, blue and red tassels. A silver-and-gold crowned deity murti is seated at the center, adorned with silver jewellery and a white garment. Warm orange lights glow in the background.2011-10-03A photo of a standing man in a red turban and red-and-orange shawl over white dhoti, barefoot, smiling and raising one hand in blessing beside an ornately decorated golden palanquin. The palanquin is draped with garlands of red, yellow, orange and white flowers and hung with brass bells and tassels in pink, blue and yellow. Seated on it is a deity murti in white and gold garments with a jewelled ornament, flanked by flower garlands. A tripod-mounted light stands at left and a red-and-orange portrait backdrop at right.2011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03October 03 20112011-10-03A photograph of a decorated stage showing a deity murti, a female form in a teal green sari with gold jewellery and a garland, seated on an ornate gold-trimmed throne under a golden canopy. The throne and canopy are heavily garlanded with marigolds, roses and mixed flower strings, and hung with gold bells and tassels in pink, green, blue, yellow and purple. A large backdrop behind the stage shows a painted or printed figure in a patterned crown and red-and-gold attire. No physical people are visible. A speaker stands at right against a maroon curtain.2011-10-04A golden ceremonial palanquin decorated with layered garlands of yellow, purple, pink and white flowers, with hanging tassels in green, blue, pink and orange. A man seated on red cushions, with a vertical sandalwood mark on his forehead, wears an orange-saffron garment, ornate gold necklaces and armlets, and raises one hand in greeting while smiling. The palanquin canopy above is draped with colourful fabric and the setting is a covered hall. Appearance-based label: a person, seated in the palanquin in procession with ceremonial adornments.2011-12-15