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December 17 2016

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A large golden peacock vahana (vehicle) stands on a gold-framed wooden base in front of a deity murti decorated with red, yellow and green flower garlands. The gold peacock is covered in jeweled ornaments with red and green stones, a bejeweled collar, and a coiled serpent at its feet. Behind it, silk drapery in purple and maroon with gold borders hangs beneath the garlanded deity. Scattered flower petals lie on the floor. No people are visible in the frame.2010-11-09November 17 20152015-11-17 +1 copiesA decorated deity murti of Murugan (Subramanya) stands in a garlanded alcove at the center of the frame. The metal figure wears a black crown with jewelled ornament, layered jewelled necklaces, and a silver-white vel-like spear with a flag held in one hand, while the other hand is raised in abhaya gesture. A golden peacock with a raised feather crest stands in front. The alcove is framed by white jasmine garlands and marigold, red, yellow and purple flower garlands, with a maroon cloth below and gold-toned metalwork behind. No people are visible.2013-11-04May 03 20172017-05-03November 16 20152015-11-16A golden murti pair of deities seated together in a temple shrine, heavily adorned with thick garlands of yellow, white, green, magenta and orange flowers. The male figure wears a red and gold turban with a crescent emblem and holds a trident; the female figure wears a gold crown and layered gold and jewelled necklaces. In front, a large silver-and-gold jewelled ornament and rudraksha-strung adornment hang over a central pedestal, with brass oil lamps on either side and a small decorated lingam-like form with flower garland at the base. No living people are visible.2014-12-05January 15 20162016-01-15Two gilded murti statues of deities sit side by side on a blue draped platform, decorated with marigold and rose garlands. The figure on the left wears an orange turban, a dark blue velvet vest with a gold-trimmed sash, jewelled ornaments and a white dhoti, and holds a golden trident. The figure on the right wears a green silk skirt with an orange border, layered jewelled necklaces and an elaborate jewelled crown, and holds a small object in one hand. Both have ornate jewelled crowns and gold-toned faces. Behind them hangs a maroon curtain under a stone ledge. No living people are visible.2007-12-22October 27 20112011-10-27November 03 20162016-11-03 +1 copiesA golden metal murti of a deity stands in an ornate gilded arched frame, wearing a red draped cloth, layered jeweled necklaces with rudraksha beads, pearls and a round gem pendant, and a gold coin pendant. The figure holds a ritual object in one raised hand, against a background of blue fabric, yellow cloth and jeweled decorations. No physical people are visible.2013-05-29A deity murti is seated on a golden horse-shaped vahana in a niche framed by ornate gilt metalwork. The murti wears a green silk outfit, a green and gold turban, a heavy layered necklace, large earrings and armlets. It is draped in garlands of white flowers and red roses, and holds a long trident-like staff. A golden horse head is in the foreground. No physical people are visible.2016-10-10