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November 16 2015

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A photograph of a golden Shivalinga, the upright cylindrical form of Shiva, set on a golden yoni pedestal on a dark stone slab. Yellow marigold garlands drape the lingam and base, with a white and red beaded ornamental band across the top and a second beaded collar around the pedestal. Small purple flowers are tucked near the top, and scattered petals lie on the stone. A red-cushioned object appears at the bottom edge, and a reddish blurred wall stands behind. No people are visible.2015-11-21A close photograph of a black stone Shivalinga wrapped in a red-orange cloth, adorned with a gold-and-diamond band across its middle, a red gem ornament, and a gold bead necklace draped down its length. Fresh garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers, purple blooms and green evergreen sprigs frame the linga on both sides. A gold base or yoni pedestal is visible at the bottom. No people are visible; this is a deity murti shown in close view.2010-12-28Close outdoor photo of a Shiva lingam dressed for worship, placed on a grey stone slab. Marigold garlands in yellow surround the black lingam, with a jewelled white and red beaded necklace draped across it. A golden crown-like cap with an ornate jewelled band and a fresh pink hibiscus flower sits on top, with purple flowers beside it. Gold-toned ornate ritual stand or base at left. Blurred reddish earth and a hose in the background. No people visible.2015-11-22Close-up photograph of a yellow-ochre sculpted figure. It is framed by thick garlands of red and yellow flowers, with a diamond-studded gold ornament with a red central stone at the base, and green leaves nearby. No people are visible; the image shows an adorned murti during ritual decoration.2018-05-30Close-up photograph of a golden Shiva lingam decorated for worship, set on a dark stone surface. The gold-plated lingam is adorned with a jeweled silver-and-gold crown band set with red and green stones, draped with thick yellow marigold garlands and scattered petals, and a jeweled sash runs diagonally across the base. A small rudraksha bead lies on the stone at left. No people are visible; the background is a blurred brown stone structure.2015-11-24November 16 20152015-11-16September 30 20132013-09-30Close-up photograph of a deity murti draped in an orange and gold-bordered cloth, wearing a multi-strand jewelled necklace with a red stone pendant and a heavy gold chain with round gold beads. Two tall pillars of flower garlands frame the image, built in alternating bands of yellow, purple, red, and white blossoms with green leaves. The murti sits on a gold ornamental base or vessel. No people are visible.2010-12-31June 29 20142014-06-29 +2 copiesJune 29 20142014-06-29 +2 copiesA close view of a large gold-toned ceremonial vessel or kalasha-like object, richly decorated with embossed floral and scroll patterns, a band of white stones and a central red and orange gemstone, and hung with rudraksha mala strands ending in silver caps. The vessel is framed by dense garlands of red roses, yellow marigolds, white flowers and green leaves. No people are visible.2013-07-22March 03 20112011-03-03