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A photograph of a figure in a decorated stage setting standing on a red-draped platform before a large ornate circular arch of embossed metal. The figure wears a leopard-print tunic, a red-orange lower cloth, layered beaded necklaces, bangles and a belt of chains, and holds a tall curved green-and-silver serpent-shaped bow. Marigold and red-and-white flower garlands hang on both sides, and warm orange-yellow lighting illuminates a carved stone-patterned wall behind. A figure in a costume tableau rather than a clear ritual or discourse scene; no readable name is visible.

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September 21 20122012-09-21A performer dressed as a mythological archer stands on a raised dais before a large ornate arch of embossed gold-red metal, lit with warm orange and green stage light. He wears a leopard-print sleeveless garment, a red dhoti-style lower cloth, layered rudraksha-style beaded necklaces and bead bands, a tilak on the forehead, and holds a long green-and-gold serpent-shaped bow with a chain. Behind him are glowing yellow fabric panels and draped beads. A decorative lace-patterned cloth covers the platform edge.2012-09-21September 21 20122012-09-21September 21 20122012-09-21A photograph of a man standing on a dark ornate throne with a large circular embossed backrest, lit in warm red and orange light. He wears a sleeveless leopard-patterned top, a red-orange wrap skirt, and many beaded rudraksha-style malas and chains, with one arm raised holding a long serpent-like staff. Garlands of white, red and yellow flowers hang on the pillars behind him. A throne and ceremonial setting suggest a darshan or satsang stage. a person: the figure has long swept-back hair, multiple malas and ornate ceremonial attire, though the appearance cues are only moderately distinctive.2012-09-21A performer stands on a dark red throne framed by a large ornate golden-red arch, dressed as a hunter-warrior figure in a leopard-print sleeveless garment layered with beaded necklaces, rudraksha-style malas, a chain-and-bell belt, metal bangles, and a red-orange dhoti. He holds a tall golden bow with one arm raised, smiling broadly under green and red stage lighting, with a glowing yellow backdrop and hanging garlands behind him. A small round logo appears at the upper left. The scene is a staged theatrical or festival tableau rather than a ritual setting. a person appearance is not clearly established from visible cues, so identity remains uncertain.2012-09-21A man in a theatrical costume stands on a raised platform before a large circular golden-brown backdrop with embossed bead-like studs. He wears a leopard-print sleeveless top, a red-orange dhoti-like lower garment, a long rudraksha-style bead mala and a belt of metallic cylinders, with chains at his wrists and arm. He grips a tall, shiny green-and-silver serpent-shaped bow with a curled top and smiles broadly. A red-and-gold curtain and a leopard-print cloth cover the platform, lit with green and red stage lighting.2012-09-21A performer stands on a raised platform in front of a large circular red and gold arch set against a warm, textured wall lined with flower garlands. The figure wears a leopard-print top, layered green and red beaded necklaces, rudraksha-style malas, and a flowing red-orange dhoti, and holds a silver trident with green accents. Warm red, orange and green stage lighting fills the scene, with a leopard-print cloth draped over the platform edge. The costume suggests a Shiva-themed stage presentation, and the figure's identity cannot be confirmed from appearance alone.2012-09-21A performer dressed in a leopard-print sleeveless tunic with green and red tones, layered with dark bead and rudraksha-style necklaces, a wide belt of cylindrical beads, and a red dhoti-like lower garment, stands on a stage holding a tall silver-green bow with an arrow nocked. Behind him are a large ornate metal arch, a dark red velvet backdrop, floral garlands and a trident-shaped ornament at left. Green and amber stage lighting bathes the scene. The figure is a costumed performer rather than a clearly identifiable individual, so no identification is made.2012-09-21A photograph of a single person standing on a raised stage before a large ornate golden arched backdrop lit in warm red and green tones. The person wears a leopard-print sleeveless top with a layered belt of tubular beads, long strands of beaded necklaces, chain bangles, and a red-orange dhoti-style lower garment. A curved silver bow-like prop with a serpent-head tip rests in one hand, while the other hand is on the hip. A leopard-print cloth covers the stage edge in front. The figure has long dark hair and a red bindi. The person's appearance shows some cues such as long hair, beaded adornments and ceremonial costume, but the identity is uncertain from appearance alone.2012-09-21A performer stands on a raised platform in front of an ornate copper-toned arched backdrop lit with red and green stage light. The figure wears a leopard-print sleeveless garment, a red-orange wrap skirt, a wide belt of metallic segments, layered beaded necklaces and metal chains on the arms, and a long metal trident-like staff is held in one hand. The face is painted green and the figure smiles broadly with hair falling loosely. A red velvet fan-shaped chair stands behind the figure. The scene suggests a costumed theatrical or devotional tableau.2012-09-21September 21 20122012-09-21