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A photograph of a single performer standing on a raised red-and-gold draped platform in front of a large flame backdrop, under strong red stage lighting. The figure wears long dark hair, a dark leopard-print garment, layered rudraksha-style beaded necklaces and arm bands, and holds a tall silver trident with a crescent ornament. Beside him on the platform sit two small brass ornaments. A large orange-gold shimmering fabric panel stands at right, with bright fire behind. The wall to the left is solid red. Appearance cues of long hair, rudraksha beads and a trident suggest a Shiva-style costumed role; the figure's identity cannot be confirmed from appearance.

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April 16 20122012-04-16A photograph of a single person standing on an ornate raised platform in a red-lit hall, beside a large blazing fire. The person has long, swept-back dark hair, wears a dark leopard-patterned garment with a band of metal bells across the chest and waist, and has dark beaded bracelets on the arm. He holds a tall silver trident-like staff with a small bell-like ornament and dangling cord, while his other hand rests on his hip. A richly carved, gold-toned seat or throne stands beside him. The fire blazes to the right and the backdrop is deep red. The person's distinctive long hair, bell-adorned dark costume and trident staff are visible cues; identity is uncertain from appearance alone.2012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16A figure stands in a dark, silhouetted pose before a dramatic backdrop of billowing orange and red fire flames and a deep red velvet curtain. The figure wears a dark, textured, ornate costume with a long sword or staff held diagonally, wrist bands, and a rudraksha-style bead necklace with a flowing dark cloak or shawl. Behind the figure is an ornate golden-patterned throne or seat with intricate carved designs catching the firelight. The person's long hair falls around the shoulders, and face details are obscured by shadow.2012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16A performer stands on a stage before a red velvet curtain, lit by a large billowing orange-and-yellow flame behind him. He wears a dark, ornate, sequined costume with a tiered beaded collar and a metallic trident-like staff held in one hand, and a dark head covering with dark body paint or makeup on the face. His other hand is raised holding a small object. Ornate gilt decor surrounds the stage. The image is a dramatic theatrical or devotional performance scene in red and gold tones.2012-04-16April 16 20122012-04-16