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Close-up of a pair of ornate gold padukas (sacred sandals) placed on a gold-embossed tray and surrounded by scattered red, pink and yellow rose petals, a few whole roses and small purple flowers. Pink gemstones are set in the knobs of the sandals. The blue cloth with gold border at the top edge suggests a shrine setting. Used in padapuja style worship at a temple; no people are visible.

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