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A photograph of an empty golden throne (peetha) set under an ornate gold canopy with multicoloured tassel valance, flanked by two gold female attendant figures and gold swan-shaped pillar bases. A small seated deity murti adorned with garlands and ornaments sits on the throne. Gold trishula stands, colourful parasol-like banners with a dove emblem, a silver bowl, brass lamps and plates with offerings occupy the foreground on a red and white cloth. Setting appears to be a decorated hall with white draped curtains. No physical people are visible.

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December 18 20162016-12-18Photo 11699055A decorated stage with a gold and red throne at centre, draped in garlands of marigolds and orange-yellow flowers. A seated figure in saffron-yellow robes and a yellow turban sits on it, with a gold necklace and a long garland, under an ornate canopy with red and white trim. A second, smaller throne at left holds a yellow-robed figure garlanded in flowers. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides of the stage, with purple vases and flower arrangements, and a white and green draped backdrop behind. No people are visibly standing; the figures on the thrones appear to be a statue or depiction.2010-12-26A photograph of an indoor stage set for a ceremony, with a central golden throne (peetha) draped in white and orange cloth and garlanded with marigolds and purple-and-yellow flowers. A seated figure in a red-and-maroon embroidered robe with a crown and a white shawl holds a staff, appearing as a statue or mannequin rather than a living person. Flanking it on the left is a golden Nandi bull beside an arched shrine with deity murtis garlanded with flowers, and on the right a red-clad deity murti on a golden pedestal framed by flower garlands.2011-12-15A photograph of a stage set for a satsang, with a seated figure on a gold-framed throne at centre, wearing a saffron-yellow garment and a beaded necklace, holding a book. The throne has red cushioning and is decorated with floral garlands in red, yellow and white. To the left stands a second ornate golden throne draped with colourful garlands, bearing a painted deity murti in yellow clothing. Tall brass oil lamps stand on the stage, and draped swags in blue, red and green hang above a white backdrop lit in purple. The seated figure is in a ceremonial setting, and a second, empty throne flanks the scene.2010-12-26A stage set with a gold and red throne centred between two brass oil lamps, draped with garlands of yellow, red and green flowers. A seated figure in a yellow garment sits on the throne. To the left stands a second ornate gold throne with a garland-draped deity murti, a gold figure wearing a crown and adornments. Tall brass lamps flank the thrones, and purple and white drapes with green and red swags form the backdrop. A purple light washes the white floor.2010-12-26A stage set for a satsang with a gold-and-red ornate throne at centre, draped in garlands of yellow, orange and red flowers. A seated figure in saffron-yellow dhoti sits on the throne, with a brass oil lamp stand on each side and a rudraksha-style ornament visible. Purple and white draped backdrop with coloured swags of teal, red and green above. To the left, another gold throne-like seat is adorned with garlands and an orange cloth, and a large decorated figure stands beside it. Brass lamps and flower pots line the stage floor, which reflects the lights. a person's presence is uncertain given the distance and lighting; the seated figure is in saffron clothing with long hair.2010-12-26A seated figure in red and maroon robes sits on an ornate golden throne with lion-armrests and a tiger-skin cloth, wearing a multi-strand garland of white and pink flowers. Behind the throne rises a golden kirtimukha-style backrest beneath a golden canopy with fringe, flanked by carved stone pillars topped with trishula finials. Polished brass lamp stands, kalasha-like vessels and gilded figurines of attendants line the red-carpeted stage under a tent of dark drapery and hanging foliage. A small white cooler unit stands at left.2016-05-24A photograph of a stage set for a satsang. A seated figure in saffron-orange clothing sits on an ornate golden throne decorated with a multicolour flower garland and red cushions. Brass oil lamps stand on either side of the throne, and a second golden chair with garlands sits empty at the left edge. The backdrop is draped white fabric with teal, red, dark and green swags and small hanging decorations. The floor is polished white with reflections, and the stage is lit from above and the sides.2010-12-26A stage set for a satsang with a central gold-and-red ornate throne draped in garlands, under a red and gold canopy, with a seated figure in saffron-yellow dhoti and a light top, holding a rudraksha mala, on a stage with purple-lit white drapes and red, green and teal swags. Brass oil lamps stand on either side of the throne, and a second gold chair with garlands and a carved bird-like figure sits at the left. The stage floor is glossy white. The figure's appearance is uncertain from this distance, so the candidate is described only by role as a seated speaker on the throne.2010-12-26A photograph of a stage set for a satsang: a seated figure in orange-red robes and a red head covering sits on an ornate gold throne with a large heart-shaped, jewelled and flower-decorated backrest, flanked by gold lion sculptures and a golden parasol above. A golden deity murti in garlands sits to the left on a gold seat. Marigold garlands drape the grey stone temple-style backdrop, with brass lamps and a standing fan on the red-carpeted stage. A seated figure wearing a red-and-orange garment and a mala with flower garland matches the page's satsang event, but the face and build are too indistinct to confirm identity, so this is an uncertain appearance. No other people are visible.2016-01-03January 13 20152015-01-13