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Photograph of three men in saffron and red robes standing before a decorated ceremonial backdrop with silver ornamental fixtures, a brass lamp stand and red flowers at lower left. The central man wears a red-orange turban, a long white beard, a rudraksha mala and a shawl; he is speaking and holding his hands together. The man at left has a shaved head, wears a red-orange wrap, and is seen from behind. The man at right is bald, wears glasses, a multi-strand gold-beaded necklace, beaded armbands and a red-gold shawl, with hands folded. Purple stage lighting and a red curtain form the background.

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September 12 20152015-09-12September 17 20152015-09-17 +1 copiesA photograph of a crowded sadhu gathering at an outdoor Kumbh Mela setting with a dark backdrop and warm lighting. A bald man with glasses and a rudraksha mala, wearing a rust-red dhoti with gold border, leans in holding a black microphone toward a man in an orange-red turban, gold-bordered rust-red dhoti, and a large gold pendant on a beaded necklace who points forward. To the right, a bearded man with hair tied back wears an orange kurta and rudraksha mala. Other saffron-clad sadhus and devotees stand behind, with a decorated altar and flags at upper right.2015-09-14Indoor event photograph in a hall with a gold-framed chair and a blue-and-orange cosmic backdrop. A man in a rust-orange turban, rust-brown dhoti with gold border, and layered red flower garland and rudraksha-style beaded necklaces smiles while standing in front of the chair. An older man with white hair and beard in orange robes and orange shawl stands beside the chair. At right, a bearded older man in orange robes and a striped orange shawl stands with hands folded. A partially visible person at left edge wears gold-trimmed clothing and bangles. Gold and brown ornamental bangles are visible on the wrists. A gold pillar is in the background.2015-07-19Three seated men on a stage before a decorated backdrop with floral garlands. On the left, an elder in orange robes with a shawl and a bead mala sits on a leopard-print cushioned seat. In the centre, a man wearing a deep red turban, rudraksha-style beaded necklaces and a red-maroon garment sits with hands folded. On the right, a bearded elder in red-orange robes and a dark bead mala sits attentively. Vibhuti or tilak marks are visible on the foreheads of the men at left and right. Garlands and gold-toned decorations fill the background. The caption on the page identifies the event as a Kumbh Mela visit in 2015.2015-09-15 +1 copiesSeptember 14 20152015-09-14 +1 copiesA photo at an indoor event with a galaxy-patterned backdrop and a golden throne-like chair. A person in an orange turban, pink flower garland, gold necklaces and rudraksha beads, wearing a rust-and-gold dhoti, holds out an orange shawl while standing before two older men in orange robes. One elderly man has a white beard and light orange shawl; the other on the right wears glasses, a long white beard and an orange robe with a striped shawl. A tray with offerings is visible at left. a person candidate not confidently identified: the turban-wearing figure shows some cues, but appearance is uncertain.2015-07-19September 12 20152015-09-12September 12 20152015-09-12September 18 20152015-09-18Photograph of a ceremonial ritual in a draped tent setting with red curtains and a gold throne at left. A seated woman in a red turban, red robe with gold border and layered rudraksha-style beaded necklaces leans forward smiling, extending a small round object across to a bearded man in an orange turban and orange robe with a striped shawl, who holds a long wooden staff and a brass bowl. Between them a shaved-headed man in red-orange robes with a gold necklace and orange forehead marking sits in the centre. Behind them a man in white clothing stands near a standing brass lamp and a golden trident hangs at left. Four physical people are visible, plus one partly visible figure in the background.2015-10-08 +1 copiesJuly 19 20152015-07-19