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September 04 2010

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A photograph of a deity murti in a dark shrine niche, densely decorated with garlands of white jasmine, yellow and orange marigolds, purple and red flowers and green leaves. A red and orange flower garland hangs from the figure's neck, and a red tilaka-like mark sits on the forehead. Three small oil lamps burn on a tray in front of the idol. No people are visible, and the image contains no identifiable a person figure.2010-09-04September 04 20102010-09-04A photograph of a deity murti in a temple shrine, framed by two dark wooden door panels. The black-stone murti wears a large white and orange-red flower garland over its chest and a red flower on its crown, with silver ornaments at the head and arms. The murti is surrounded by a dense arrangement of marigolds and roses in yellow, orange, red, purple and white, with leafy greenery forming an arched backdrop. Three small oil lamps burn on a ledge in front of the murti. No people are visible.2010-09-04September 04 20102010-09-04 +1 copiesA dark stone deity murti, with Vaishnava-style vertical white tilak on the forehead, is dressed and decorated for worship. It is framed by thick garlands of white jasmine, orange marigold and purple flowers, with red blossoms on the crown and chest. Silver ornaments and a silver arch surround the head. No people are visible; the scene is a flower-decked shrine image lit against a dark background.2010-09-04A dark stone deity murti in a shrine niche, adorned with a large white jasmine garland that falls in a loop around the figure and a crown of red and orange flowers on top. The figure wears a white cloth with red and orange stripes and holds a short ceremonial staff with a red-and-gold ornament. Two brass oil lamps with lit flames hang on either side of the niche, and fresh flower petals lie on the stone base.2012-07-08September 04 20102010-09-04A decorated deity murti is shown in a shrine niche against a dark blue cloth backdrop. The murti is draped with thick garlands of white jasmine, yellow marigold, orange marigold and red flower strands, with a red cloth canopy above. Its face is partly covered by a silver-toned crown-like ornament and a red mark is visible on the forehead. Before it lies an orange silk cloth with gold border holding fruits, and a small brass lamp stand with several oil lamps hangs at the left. A silver plate with offerings, a turmeric bowl and a kumkum bowl sit on the red floor. No people are visible.A photograph of a shrine niche heavily decorated with garlands of yellow marigolds, red roses, white jasmine and green leaves draped over a silver-faced deity murti with a crown-like headdress and a black face. A cloth hangs above on a metal rod, and brass oil lamps hang on chains at the sides. Scattered flower petals, a small brass bell, a metal pot, a brass lamp and a plate of offerings sit on the floor and a wooden ledge. A partially visible person in a light orange garment and white cloth bends over at the left edge. No a person candidate is visible.A photograph of a standing figure framed within an ornate golden archway decorated with multicolored flower garlands in red, yellow, purple and green. The figure wears a tall ornate gold crown, a green and orange silk wrap, layered gold and bead necklaces, white jasmine garlands, and gold armbands, with bare arms and feet. A tiered brass oil lamp stand with lit flames stands at the left, and a larger brass lamp stands at the right edge, with hanging lamps above. Gold metalwork covers the arch and pillars. The setting appears to be a temple or ritual stage at night. Only this one standing figure is physically visible in the scene.2012-04-23December 10 20072007-12-10January 01 20102010-01-01