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A photograph of a decorated temple shrine. A large gilded deity murti, adorned with heavy gold and jeweled necklaces, sits above a golden base and a tall golden shivalinga-like pillar draped with garlands of red roses, yellow and purple flowers. In the lower right, a small white marble statue of a seated figure wears a red turban and red robe with a white and red flower garland; its hands are pressed together in a gesture of respect. Brass oil lamps stand nearby, and a large ornate painted backdrop with floral scrollwork fills the background. The statue and deity murti are not living people, and no living person is visible.

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August 15 20102010-08-15October 11 20102010-10-11 +1 copiesOctober 09 20102010-10-09 +1 copiesOctober 11 20102010-10-11 +1 copiesA photograph of a golden Shiva lingam set in a gilded yoni-peetha base, draped with garlands of yellow marigolds, purple flowers and red roses. Behind it stand large gold-painted deity murtis: a male figure with a trident and a female figure in a red and pink sari with heavy jewellery. In front, a small white marble statue of a seated figure in red robes and a red head covering, one hand raised, sits on the base. Brass oil lamps, a brass pot, a small brass vessel and a covered silver tray stand on the stone platform. No living people are visible.2010-09-18A photograph of a temple shrine with a large golden deity murti seated in the background draped in a red cloth, with a golden crown-like head and garlands of yellow, purple and white flowers hanging down. In the foreground a small white statue of a figure in a blue-green robe with a gold necklace sits in front of the golden seat, surrounded by pink flower garlands. Brass oil lamps stand on either side, with brass vessels, a bell and small offerings on the floor, and petals scattered around. A small decorative shrine with a pink-garlanded figure sits at the right edge. The statue is a statue, not a living person.2010-09-11A photograph of a temple shrine with a large deity murti dressed in pink and red garments with gold jewellery, standing behind a golden throne-like pedestal (peetha) draped with garlands of yellow marigolds, red roses and purple flowers. A small white statue of a seated figure in a red robe and red cap sits at the front of the pedestal, with brass oil lamps (deepas) flanking the scene, a brass kalasha and offering vessels, and bowls of flower petals and kumkum on the floor. The statue is a depiction, not a living person, so no physical people are present.2010-09-18October 11 20102010-10-11A white marble statue of a seated sage in red and gold robes and a red headwrap sits before a golden ceremonial structure draped with multicoloured garlands of orange, yellow, pink and red flowers. Behind it stands a golden deity murti with a trident-like staff and an ornate golden throne-like backdrop framed by carved stone pillars. Golden oil lamps flank the scene and a brass kalasha-style vessel sits in the foreground. No physical people are visible.2010-10-11A photograph of a golden shrine scene with a large deity murti draped in pink and red fabric, garlanded with yellow marigold and red rose garlands with purple accents. A golden throne-like base holds a golden kalasha-style crown or lingam-shaped element. In front, a white statue of a seated figure wearing a maroon head wrap and maroon robe with a silver-edged sash sits in a ritual setting, surrounded by golden oil lamps, brass pots, a small brass bowl, flower offerings and red kumkum or offerings on a cloth. The statue is a sculpted figure, not a living person, and no physical people are visible.2010-09-18A photograph of a shrine dominated by a large deity murti with a golden crown and multicolored garments, draped with yellow and magenta marigold garlands. In front of it sits a white marble-like statue of a seated guru in a blue robe with a gold necklace, raising one hand in blessing, set on a white draped seat with a green and gold border. Brass oil lamps, a silver kalasha-style vessel and brass plates with offerings stand on the altar. Gold-framed pillars and red drapery frame the shrine, and a small figure appears at the far right edge. The seated figure is a statue, not a physical person.2010-09-15A photograph of a temple shrine dominated by a tall gold-plated Shiva lingam with a gold yoni-pitha base and a gold cobra hood above. Red, white and yellow flower garlands drape the lingam and its base. Behind it are a deity murti with jewelled ornaments and blue draped cloth. In the foreground, a white marble sculpture of a seated figure in a light green robe and green turban with a red bindi, wearing a pearl necklace and rudraksha-style beads, raises one hand in blessing. Brass vessels, an oil lamp, a brass cup and a tray of lemons and flowers sit before the statue. The statue is a depiction, not a living person.2010-06-30