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Close-up photograph of a decorated deity murti during Navaratri celebrations at Aadi Kailaasa, Bengaluru. The deity has a silver-toned face with red lips, a red bindi, a nose ornament and an ornate jewelled crown, and is dressed in a pink silk garment with silver embroidery. A green and red turban-style headpiece sits at the left, and fresh garlands of yellow, pink and white flowers hang at the right. A carved wooden or stone object with a wheel-shaped element is visible at lower left.

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Close-up of two silver-finished deity murti figures decked in jewelled ornaments. The figure on the left wears a red and gold patterned turban with a crescent moon ornament and holds a small golden staff with a bird-shaped finial. The figure on the right wears a black crown-like headdress with jewelled bands, a nose ring, large paisley earrings and layered jewelled necklaces over a pink garment. Red garlands sit at the lower right edge against a dark red velvet backdrop.2009-09-03October 16 20072007-10-16October 17 20072007-10-17Close photograph of two silver-finished deity murti figures in a temple setting. The figure on the left wears a green and red turban with a crescent-moon ornament above it, a red-and-white striped cloth draped over the shoulder, and a large round red and gold earring; it holds a small silver ritual object near its chest. The figure on the right has dark hair with a jewelled headpiece, red lips, a pink silk garment and layered pearl necklaces. Stone wall behind.2007-10-17Close-up photograph of two gilded metal murti statues of deities, richly adorned with jewelled necklaces, earrings and crowns. The figure on the left wears a green and red turban-like headcloth with a small crescent ornament and holds a trident and a snake-entwined staff, with a finger raised to the chin. The figure on the right has a tall dark bun wrapped in a jewelled headpiece, a gold nose ring, and wears a red and gold silk garment. Stone architecture forms the background. No living people are visible.2007-08-26October 16 20072007-10-16September 16 20142014-09-16Two silver-toned deity murtis or decorated statues are seated side by side against a deep maroon curtain. The figure on the left wears a red and gold turban with a jeweled crest and crescent ornament, a green garment, and red lip paint, with one hand raised near the face. The figure on the right wears a black headdress with a feather, a pink garment, and layered gold and jeweled necklaces, with a red nose ring and red lips. Both are adorned with jeweled earrings, garlands of red and yellow flowers, and ornate jewelry. These are statues, not physical people, and the scene shows a decorated deity arrangement.2009-09-03Two life-size metallic deity murtis stand side by side, adorned for worship. The figure on the left wears a green and red turban with a red-and-gold sash, a red velvet-looking garment with layered pearl necklaces, and a red tilak on the forehead. The figure on the right wears a pink silk sari with gold border, a jeweled crown, multiple gold and pearl necklaces and large earrings. Both have polished golden faces with red lips. Their hands are raised in blessing and holding objects. Behind them are garlands of marigolds and roses, and a blue draped cloth. The setting appears to be a temple sanctum during a puja.2007-10-17Close photograph of a metallic deity murti decorated for worship, with a gold-toned face, large round eyes, a nose ring and an ornate jewelled crown with red and white stones. An orange drape covers the figure's shoulder and a silver-toned hand holds a ceremonial object. Behind it hang deep red velvet curtains and a gold patterned border. Foreground includes a yellow marigold garland and red flower garlands, and silver ritual vessels blurred at the edge. No people are visible.2010-07-10Close view of two golden deity murti figures seated in a shrine before a red velvet curtain beneath an ornate gold arched frame. The figure on the left wears a pink and red turban with a jewelled crown, red kumkum on the forehead, a rudraksha-style bead mala and layered jewellery; a trident rests beside it. The figure on the right has dark hair with a white flower garland, a tiara, layered pearl necklaces and a pink garment. A small green parrot perches among the decorations, and garlands of yellow and purple flowers are visible at the lower right. No physical people are shown.2010-12-16October 17 20072007-10-17