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A photograph of a decorated deity murti pair seated in a temple niche under a multicoloured floral arch of garlands in red, yellow, white and green. The male figure has gold skin tones, a maroon turban with a round brooch, a crown, layered jewelled necklaces, and holds a trident in one hand. The female figure wears a blue and gold sari, a gold crown, and jewelled ornaments, with orange marigold garlands draped across her. Below them sits a gold lingam-like base with a rudraksha mala and a small maroon cloth. No physical people are visible; the figures are statues.

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Photograph of a gilded murti of Shiva and Parvati seated on a golden throne-like seat, decorated with floral garlands in red, yellow, white and green arranged in arches behind them. Shiva holds a trident and an upraised hand, wearing a maroon turban with a gold crown and ornate gold and jewelled necklaces. Parvati wears a blue silk sari with gold border, a gold crown and jewelled blue-and-white ornaments. A brass oil lamp stands at the left edge and a small offering lies at the base. No physical people are visible.2016-12-16Two gilded statues of a deity couple, Shiva and Parvati, stand in a shrine decorated with dense garlands of marigolds, roses and green leaves in red, yellow, purple and white. The male figure wears an orange turban, rudraksha beads and gold jewellery, and holds a trident and a small drum. The female figure wears a blue sari, a jewelled crown and a long gold necklace, and holds a green bead garland. A rainbow-coloured floral arrangement and an orange cloth sit in front of them, with an orange and gold canopy above. These are statues, not living people.2011-12-02December 10 20162016-12-10December 07 20162016-12-07 +1 copiesA photograph of a deity murti pair seated on a raised golden-rimmed seat under a gilded arch, draped in blue silk with purple fabric below. The figure on the left, in a blue turban with a jewelled crown, holds a trident and wears layered rudraksha-style beads and gold necklaces. The figure on the right wears a black crown with gold ornaments, long gold necklaces and earrings. Both are decorated with multicolour marigold garlands in yellow, red, purple and white arching behind them, with a small blue-clad figure below with a flower garland. Small oil lamps sit in front.2010-12-26Two gilded deity murti seated side by side within a golden arched frame before a red curtain, dressed for darshan. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock-feather crest, has multiple rows of silver and gold necklaces and rudraksha-style beads, and holds a trident and a gold ceremonial staff. The figure on the right wears a teal and gold sari with jewelled necklaces and a black crown, holding a small object in one hand. Both are garlanded with yellow, purple and red flower strands, and offerings of red flowers and green leaves sit at their feet. No living people are visible.2010-08-28December 10 20162016-12-10December 12 20162016-12-12Photograph of a decorated deity murti pair seated on a throne-like seat within a floral archway of marigolds and garlands in yellow, orange, red, white and purple. The figure on the left wears a blue turban, a crown-like headpiece, multiple beaded necklaces and a rudraksha-style mala, holding a trident in one hand. The figure on the right wears a blue robe, a dark headdress, layered gold necklaces and large earrings, with a gold-bordered blue garment and a purple lower cloth. Both hold ceremonial gold-toned adornments; a small blue-clad figure is seated at the base beneath a garland. No physical people are visible; the statues are the focus, shot in a temple-like interior with red drapery behind.2010-12-26December 02 20162016-12-02December 28 20082008-12-28 +1 copiesGilded metal murti of Shiva and Parvati seated side by side under a golden arch with orange drapery, densely decorated with garlands of marigolds, red roses and multicoloured flowers. The Shiva figure wears an orange turban with a jewelled crown, rudraksha mala, a trident and damaru-like emblem in hand, and a green dhoti; the Parvati figure wears a green sari, a sheer veil, gold jewellery and a green bead garland. A brass kalasha-like lamp stand with lit wicks is in front. No living people are visible.2011-12-04