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Night outdoor event in front of a richly decorated stage framed by tall garlands of white, yellow, orange and magenta flowers. A long-haired figure in orange robes with a white garland and gold bangles sits on a golden seat, smiling and reaching toward a white paper bag. Beside them, a bald man in orange robes and a red-bordered orange shawl stands with a gold necklace and assists at the seat. Several men in white dhotis and shirts stand and sit in the foreground, one in a white cap, and another man in dark clothing reaches up with an offering. Hanging lamps and a crystal pendant are visible above. A figure on screen-like depiction is not present; the appearance-based a person candidate is seated in person with long hair, garland and orange clothing, so the identity is uncertain.

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Night-time photograph of a procession at an outdoor temple-style event. A figure with long dark hair in orange clothing and a multi-strand garland of white and red flowers sits on an ornate golden throne-like seat decorated with marigold and mixed flower garlands. Two shaven-headed men in orange robes stand at the left, and a man in a saffron-and-maroon wrap stands in front of the seat. Devotees in white shirts and dhotis crowd around, one in a white cap, and a man in a dark shirt holds an orange cloth. A string of lights and a pole are visible at right. The seated figure has distinctive long hair and orange robes, though the identification is uncertain.2011-12-20Night-time photograph of a ceremonial reception at an outdoor pavilion. A long-haired man in saffron-orange robes with a white flower garland sits on a golden-framed throne heaped with yellow, orange and magenta flowers, with a bald monk in orange clothing standing beside him. Around them, men in white dhotis and shirts, a woman in a red sari, and attendants in white stand on a red carpet, some offering items or leaning in. A chain-lit pole and string of lamps frame the scene. Probable Swamiji is seated on the throne, identified by long swept-back hair, saffron clothing and a flower garland; the surrounding people are devotees and attendants.2011-12-20Night outdoor event lit by floodlights under a blue canopy. A long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes with a white flower garland and red-and-white garlands sits on an ornate golden throne-like seat decorated with heaped flowers, holding a small bundle of flowers and smiling. Several men in white shirts and dhotis crowd close, one reaching toward the seat, and a bald man in orange robes stands behind. A small golden deity murti sits at the lower right near a man in a white shirt. Appearance-based candidate: Swamiji (probable), seated in saffron robes with long hair, garlands and a golden throne.2011-12-20Night-time outdoor procession scene under bright floodlights. A long-haired man in saffron-orange robes and a white and red flower garland sits on a golden seat decorated with large marigold, rose and green foliage garlands, holding a small floral wand with green and white flowers. a person shows cues of long swept hair, saffron clothing and a ceremonial garland, seated in a position of honour. Around him, a bald priest in orange robes and men in white dhotis and shirts with rudraksha malas stand and kneel, one bending to touch his feet, while a dark-clothed attendant stands at the right edge. A golden lion-shaped base and canopy with a purple cloth sit above the throne.2011-12-20A photograph of a long-haired man seated on a flower-decorated throne at a Guru Poornima event. He wears an orange saffron cloth draped over his body and a white garland of flowers around his neck, and he smiles. Around him, devotees in white shirts and dhotis lean in; one in white holds the orange cloth and another in white with a rudraksha mala assists. A devotee on the left presses palms together in greeting. The throne is covered with garlands of white jasmine and orange, yellow and red flowers, with a dark red canopy above and a small deity image set within the floral arch. Swamiji (probable) is the seated figure: long swept-back hair, orange saffron clothing and a flower garland. The seated figure is presented as the central honoured person.2007-07-29Night outdoor ceremony under a white canopy trimmed with yellow fringe. A long-haired figure in an orange robe and gold bangles sits on an ornate gold throne-like seat, one arm extended toward devotees, with a red cushion and flower garlands nearby. Beside them a shaved-headed man in orange and gold ornaments kneels or sits, and white-clad devotees in white shirts and dhotis crowd close, one bending low and another holding a rudraksha mala. A Tamil banner behind reads partly in view. The seated figure's appearance shows some ceremonial cues such as orange clothing and ornate adornments, but identity is uncertain.2011-12-08December 20 20112011-12-20A photograph of a ceremony in front of a large floral backdrop of white and orange-red garlands arranged into arches and a shrine-like structure with a small deity image at the top. Seated on a deep red throne-like seat is a smiling person in an orange-saffron shawl and orange clothing, wearing a long white flower garland and a dark red floral garland. Three men in white stand around, one in a white shirt and white dhoti offering a brass vessel and kalasha-style offering, another in white shirt and white mundu bending forward, and a older man at left wearing a white shirt and a rudraksha mala. A man in a white kurta at right holds the orange cloth draped over the seated figure. Teal buckets sit at the base, and a blue-purple curtain hangs at left. The scene appears to be a padapuja or abhishekam-type honouring.2007-07-29Night outdoor event with bright floodlights and a crowd of many people in front. A man in orange and gold ornaments sits on a decorated golden seat with garlands of yellow, white and red flowers behind him, wearing an orange turban, orange silk robe, a long gold necklace and gold bangles, and smiling. A bald young man in an orange robe with a rudraksha mala stands beside him and reaches toward him, while an older man in white stands behind. Devotees with outstretched hands press toward the seat, and a gold ceremonial vessel sits at the lower right. Swamiji (probable) is seated on the decorated throne, identified by his orange turban, long hair, gold necklace and ceremonial dress.2011-12-20Night outdoor event on a raised dais decorated with yellow and red marigold garlands. A seated man in orange robes, an orange turban-style cap, long swept-back hair and layered gold and bead necklaces and bangles smiles toward the left. A gold-coloured ornate throne armrest with a carved lion-head figure sits beside him, and a woven basket holding a fruit rests on the dais. A bald man in orange clothes with a rudraksha mala stands at the left edge. Behind, a man in white with a sash and a photographer with a camera stand near lights, and a large crowd of people in white and red watches from the dark background. Appearance-based label: Swamiji (probable), seated and smiling in orange with long hair and ceremonial gold necklaces.2011-12-20Night outdoor event on a raised stage with a golden throne draped in orange cloth and white and yellow garland decoration. A long-haired man in an orange robe and orange turban sits on the throne with a white flower garland, his arm extended toward devotees. A younger man in white ritual clothing stands beside him, and a crowd of devotees in white, saffron and yellow saris and kurtas gathers below. Hanging lights and a lamp fixture illuminate the scene. Bottom corners show a bald man and a golden lion figure on the chair. Appearance-based probable Swamiji seated in the throne with distinctive orange turban, long hair and orange robe.2011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20