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A seated man in a red-and-gold ensemble, with a red turban topped by crescent-shaped silver ornaments, raises his right hand in a blessing gesture with eyes closed and a faint smile. He wears a long tiered mala of red rudraksha beads, heavy gold necklaces including a large pendant with a deity figure, gold armbands, rudraksha bracelets and gold rings. His red garment is draped over his bare chest and lower body. Behind him is an ornate silver backdrop with lion-face and floral motifs, and a red cushioned seat. Probable Swamiji in an ornate ceremonial presentation with a turban, crescent ornaments, rudraksha malas and heavy gold jewellery.