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A man sits on an ornate gold throne framed by a large arch of garlands in yellow marigolds, white jasmine, red roses, purple and green foliage. He wears a bright turquoise turban with a red bindi on his forehead, a turquoise cloth draped over one shoulder, and a long necklace of gold beads alternating with clear crystal beads. He sits with a calm, slight smile, gazing to one side. Behind the garlands, gold and red decorations suggest a temple or ashram setting. Swamiji (probable) is seated on the throne, identified by the turquoise turban, gold-bead and crystal necklace, and long hair visible at the back of the neck, in a ceremonial setting.