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A dark stone deity murti of a goddess is dressed in a green and maroon silk sari with gold zari borders and a rich gold crown with red and green gems. She wears layered jewelled necklaces, earrings, a nose ring, and a large white flower garland, with red and orange flower decorations at her hair braid. Yellow and white draped cloth with bells forms the backdrop, typical of an alankara seva. No people are visible.

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December 23 2022 sripuram2022-12-23A black stone deity murti of Devi Nithyanandeshwari seated and decorated for alankara seva at Sripuram Sarvajnapeetam, Hyderabad. The murti wears a tall jewelled golden crown, heavy layered gold and gemstone necklaces, a green and red silk sari with gold zari borders, and white jasmine garlands with red flower decorations. A yellow and white cloth canopy with small brass bells stands behind it, and the figure holds ceremonial attributes in its raised hands.2022-12-23December 23 2022 sripuram2022-12-23December 23 2022 sripuram2022-12-23A black stone deity murti of a goddess seated in a gold-framed shrine niche, decorated for Alankara Seva. She wears a crown, heavy gold and jewelled necklaces, a green and maroon silk sari with gold zari border, and garlands of white flowers and green leaves. A white cloth canopy drapes behind her against a yellow patterned backdrop with small bells. A purple cloth and a small kalasha-like offering sit at the base. No people are visible.2022-12-23A black stone murti of a goddess seated on a throne within a gilded arch, dressed in a green and maroon silk sari with gold zari borders. She wears a silver-and-gold crown, layered jewelled necklaces, earrings and a red-and-white-stone pendant, with white jasmine garlands draped over her shoulders and down both sides, and red floral ornaments on her arms. Behind her hang white draped cloth and small brass bells. Below, a purple cloth holds a small red-and-gold kalasha-shaped offering. No people are visible; the image shows a deity murti during alankara seva.2022-12-23December 23 2022 sripuram2022-12-23A black stone deity murti decorated for worship, seated under a gilded backdrop with gold foil circles and red and gold ornaments. The murti wears an ornate silver and jewelled crown, a white and gold forehead marking, and heavy silver jewelled necklaces with red stones. It is draped in a green and gold brocade garment with a jewelled belt, and is garlanded with white jasmine flowers, green leaves and red roses. Its hands hold flowers and ritual items. No people are visible.2024-05-07December 23 2022 sripuram2022-12-23A black stone deity murti of a goddess stands in a gilded arched shrine niche lined with white drapery and hanging brass bells. She wears an ornate jewelled crown, a heavy multi-stone necklace, and a green and red silk sari with gold border. Garlands of white flowers and green leaves hang from her shoulders, and red floral pieces adorn her arms. Multiple arms are visible. In front on a purple cloth sits a red and gold decorated ceremonial headpiece or kalasha-style offering. The setting suggests an alankara seva decoration at a temple.2022-12-23Jan 15 2023 sripuram2023-01-15A black stone deity murti of a goddess, adorned for worship, stands at the centre of a shrine. She wears a tall jewelled crown, a white and red tilak, a silver and gem-studded necklace and chest ornaments, and a green and gold brocade skirt with a jewelled waist piece. White jasmine garlands and red flower garlands hang from her arms and shoulders, and green leaves are arranged around her. Behind her, a silver-and-gold patterned backdrop hangs with red and gold decorations, and a brass lamp stands at the right edge. No people are visible.2024-05-07