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A photograph of a decorated deity arrangement in a temple sanctum. Two gilded deity murtis sit on a throne-like seat framed by a large arch of garlands in purple, yellow, green and white. The central figure holds a trident and is adorned with gold jewellery and a crown-like headdress, while the consort figure wears layered gold necklaces and a magenta garment. In the foreground a large golden kalasha or vessel stands within a dense garland of flowers and beads. Two smaller standing statues flank the arrangement, one in red and gold clothing with a turban-style headpiece and one in a dark cap and patterned shirt, each with garlands draped over them. The setting suggests a festival abhishekam or alankara of deity murtis for Maha Shivaratri.

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February 19 20152015-02-19February 17 20152015-02-17December 02 20172017-12-02December 16 20162016-12-16A photograph of a decorated temple shrine with a large deity murti pair seated on a raised platform under a gilded arch. The central figures are golden-hued statues, the male wearing a red turban and crown and the female wearing a tall crown and green-and-pink silk. Multicoloured garlands of yellow, red, purple and white flowers drape the arch and figures, with a long garland hanging to the front. Brass oil lamps stand on either side, and brass vessels sit in the foreground. No living people are visible. The pillars are carved stone and red curtains hang at the right edge.2011-12-13December 05 20142014-12-05December 02 20172017-12-02April 13 20142014-04-13February 17 20152015-02-17 +1 copiesDecember 02 20172017-12-02Two gilded deity murtis are seated side by side on a golden throne, heavily adorned with multicoloured flower garlands in red, yellow, white, green and purple. The figure on the left wears an orange turban and holds a small ritual object in one hand with the other raised in a blessing gesture. The figure on the right wears a tall gold crown, pearl and bead necklaces and large earrings. In front stands a tall golden kalasha-like vessel, also draped in flower garlands, with a gold bulbous base. Golden drapery and ornate gilded panels frame the scene. No living people are visible.2013-11-05December 02 20172017-12-02