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A photograph of a deity murti pair seated on a decorated stage, lit at night. The central figure wears an orange-red turban and a multi-strand jewelled necklace, and raises one hand in blessing. Beside him a female figure wears a golden-orange sari, a white floral garland and a bejewelled necklace. The pair is draped with long strands of yellow, orange, white and pink flower garlands, and a large floral mandala-like arrangement of marigold and rose petals covers the base. Brass oil lamps stand at the lower corners, and a background of maroon and red cloth hangs behind the stone pillars.

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A decorated deity murti pair of Shiva and Parvati stands in a shrine, adorned with layered garlands of marigolds, white jasmine and red roses in pink, orange, yellow and green. The figure on the left wears a red and orange turban and a multi-strand beaded necklace, while the figure on the right wears a black crown and gold jewellery. A large garland-covered lingam-shaped form sits in front. Brass oil lamps flank the base, and hanging flower strands decorate the pillars. Dark-haired devotee heads are visible at the bottom edge of the frame.2007-12-10A decorated shrine with two metal deity murtis (statues) on a raised platform, heavily adorned with garlands of marigolds, roses and white flowers in yellow, orange, red and pink. The figure on the left wears a red-and-gold crown and a large jeweled necklace, holding a hand in abhaya mudra; the figure on the right wears a dark crown and a golden necklace with an orange cloth. A large floral mandala-like garland forms a cascade at the base, and brass oil lamps flank the platform. Strings of flowers hang along the pillars behind. No people are visible; this is a photograph of ritual decoration with deity statues.2007-12-10December 10 20072007-12-10A richly decorated photograph of two golden deity murtis seated side by side in a shrine, covered with garlands of red roses, yellow and orange marigolds, green leaves and white jasmine strands. The figure on the left wears a red turban, a multi-strand silver necklace and raises one hand in blessing; the figure on the right wears a gold necklace and holds a lotus-like flower. Hanging flower strings in pink, orange, yellow and white frame the background, and a purple cloth drapes below.2007-12-10A photograph of two large decorated deity murtis. The figure on the left wears a red turban, a white dhoti, layered silver and beaded necklaces and a jewelled crown; the figure on the right wears a tall crown, a green and gold garment and bangles. Both are draped with long garlands of yellow marigolds and red and white flowers, with green leaf garlands. In front stands a decorated kalasha-like form with a red and white cloth and a gold-banded silk cloth, flanked by brass oil lamps and a brass vessel. Nearby on the right is a small wooden stool.2007-12-23December 10 20072007-12-10Night photograph of a deity murti group on a decorated shrine. Two figures sit on a raised platform: one with a red and gold crown and a white jewelled necklace holding a staff, the other beside it in an orange and gold garment with a dark crown. Below them a large figure is wrapped in dense garlands of red, yellow, white and green flowers, with a red and gold crest and a decorated pedestal. Strings of marigold and jasmine garlands hang across the background pillars. No people are visible in the scene.2007-12-10Photograph of a decorated deity murti pair, a gold-faced Shiva and Parvati figure seated together, both with gold-toned faces and jewelled necklaces. The male figure wears a red and gold turban and raises a hand in blessing; the female wears an orange sari and a dark crown-like headpiece. Their seated forms are covered in dense garlands of red, yellow and white flowers, with a large floral mound and lingam-shaped flower arrangement in front. Red and orange flower strings hang on the background, and a small offering plate lies at the bottom edge. No people are visible.2007-12-10Night photograph of a shrine decorated with dense garlands of marigolds and flowers in red, orange, yellow and white. At the centre sit two deity murtis: a gold-faced figure in a red turban and white garland, and a second figure with a dark cap and gold ornaments, both seated on a raised platform. A large red and green flower decoration with a gold yantra-like design is placed before them. Oil lamps glow at the sides. No physical people are visible.2007-12-10A photograph of a decorated temple shrine showing a deity murti group: two gilded figures seated on a raised platform, one wearing a red and gold crown and holding a staff, the other wearing a tall gold crown, all draped in layered gold necklaces and garlands of yellow, red, purple and white flowers. Garlands also drape the flanking standing figures and an arched frame. Dark silk hangings with tassels hang above. In front, a tall ornate silver-and-gold linga-like form is decorated with garlands and a heavy gold necklace. Offering vessels and an ornate brass lamp stand at the sides. Statues, not living people, are depicted; no physical people are visible.2014-11-26December 10 20072007-12-10December 10 20072007-12-10