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A seated figure in an orange-brown robe and a white cap with a red bindi sits on an ornate red and gold throne beneath a red canopy with tassels. He wears layered gold bead necklaces and holds a red apple in one hand while extending his other hand to touch the forehead of a man in a white shirt and striped grey waistcoat who bows before him. Gold-carved armrests and a gilded throne frame the scene, with greenery and a soft spotlight in the background.

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December 24 20122012-12-24A seated figure in an orange saffron robe and ornate gold necklaces, wearing a white head covering, extends his right hand to touch the forehead of a man standing before him. The seated figure holds a red apple and a small brass vessel. The standing man wears a white shirt and a striped grey waistcoat. Behind them, another person in orange robes and a rudraksha mala stands beside a man in a dark waistcoat with a name badge. A gold-coloured ceremonial object and a patterned cushion sit on the platform. A framed painting of fruit hangs on the wall at upper left. The seated figure matches the a person appearance cues of saffron clothing, gold necklaces and white headwear, so the identification is probable.2012-12-24A photograph of a seated figure in an orange-saffron robe on a gold and red throne, wearing a white turban, a long gold bead necklace and a rudraksha-style mala, with long swept-back hair. He smiles with eyes closed while placing his right hand on the head of a kneeling man in a white shirt and striped grey vest and glasses. A woman in orange stands at right holding a silver bowl with red fruit, and the figure holds a red fruit in his other hand. A framed painting of fruit and kites hangs behind, and a gold-trimmed red draped backdrop frames the throne. The scene suggests a blessing or darshan moment.2012-12-24A photograph of a seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a long gold-beaded necklace with a rudraksha-style mala, wearing a white turban-like cap and white tassels, placing his right hand on the forehead of a kneeling man in a white shirt and grey striped vest with glasses. Ornate gold-trimmed red and orange fabrics hang behind, with a gold vessel beside him. Standing attendants and a large framed painting of fruit stand in the background, and the image carries a copyright overlay. The seated figure matches the a person appearance cues of swept-back hair, saffron clothing, a turban and a gold mala, giving a blessing to the devotee.2012-12-24September 14 20132013-09-14December 24 20122012-12-24A photograph of a seated figure in a rust-orange turban and saffron-orange robe with a yellow sash, wearing layered rudraksha malas and a small jewelled ornament at the turban, gently placing a hand on the forehead of a kneeling man in a white shirt and white trousers. The man has a vibhuti or tilak mark on his forehead and his hands are pressed together at his chest. Behind them a golden ornate chair or throne stands against a red draped backdrop, a tray of mangoes sits on a low table, and a figure in white walks in the background. Blessing or anointing with a ritual gesture appears to be taking place.2015-10-25January 02 20142014-01-02December 24 20122012-12-24A seated man with long dark hair and an orange-brown garment, wearing a rudraksha mala with gold beads, sits on a red velvet throne-like seat and reaches up to touch the forehead of a standing man with long light blond hair. The blond man wears a white t-shirt and an orange-red shawl, with a wristwatch and a name badge on his chest. Behind them are a cream wall, an air conditioner unit, a red curtain and a tray of silver and gold ritual objects with small packets, in an indoor satsang or darshan setting. Swamiji (probable): the seated man has long swept-back hair, a rudraksha mala and gold ceremonial beads.2013-05-19A photograph of a seated figure in an orange-red saffron shawl and gold ornate necklace placing his right hand on the head of a kneeling devotee. The seated figure has long swept-back hair and a crown-like tied knot, and wears a gold necklace with a pendant, with a gold lion-head ornament and a silver ceremonial staff beside him. The kneeling devotee, bare-chested with a white dhoti, wears a thick rudraksha mala of orange-red beads and a silver bangle, with his palms pressed together. Red drapes and gold curtains form the backdrop. a person is shown as the seated figure, giving blessing to the kneeling devotee in a ritual setting.2014-07-14July 06 20122012-07-06