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A shaven-headed priest in an orange-brown dhoti and shawl stands before a golden throne-like pedestal draped with green leaves, yellow and white garlands and red flowers. Behind him a golden cobra hood canopy rises above a deity murti adorned with jewellery, and a magenta cloth covers the seat. The priest extends his right arm to a lamp while holding a small brass bell in his left hand. Tall brass oil lamps flank the scene, one lit, and a golden pillar with carved figures stands to the right against dark maroon curtains.

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