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A seated man in saffron-orange robes sits on an ornate gold throne with a carved arched back, topped by a gilded deity murti of a seated couple. He wears a rudraksha mala and a gold necklace, has a vertical tilak on his forehead, and holds a ritual object in one hand while speaking. Before the throne, a gold-edged cream cloth covers the seat base, flanked by decorative silver pedestals. A red and cream runner is laid with pink lotus flowers and red blossoms. Tall brass oil lamps stand on either side, and potted green plants sit in front of a painted backdrop of a large tree with sunlight through its branches.

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A seated figure in an ornate gold throne with a carved, arched back is the central subject, set against a painted backdrop of tree trunks and green foliage. He wears an orange-saffron turban, an orange-saffron robe, a rudraksha mala and a long garland of pink and white flowers, with gold armbands and bangles. A small headset microphone is visible near his face. Maroon velvet cushions sit on the throne, and a silver staff rests beside it. Behind him, two golden deity figures appear in front of the tree backdrop, one holding a trident-like staff and one with a crown. Potted plants flank the stage.2015-04-27October 22 20152015-10-22 +1 copiesOctober 26 20152015-10-26A photograph of a seated man in saffron-orange robes on an ornate gold throne decorated with yellow and red flower garlands. He has his palms pressed together at chest height, a red tilak on his forehead, and bare feet resting on a red cushion. A red and pink backdrop shows a banyan tree's aerial roots, with two side tables holding flower vases and fruit. Based on the appearance cues of saffron clothing, a throne, and a presentation consistent with the archive, the seated figure is a person seated in person.2009-08-21A photo of a seated figure on an ornate gold-leaf throne with a carved crown-like top and a draped tiger-striped cloth on the seat. The seated man wears a maroon-red robe with a rudraksha-style beaded mala, a red tilak on his forehead, and a sash across his chest, with dark hair swept back and a warm smile. Beside the throne, a shaved-headed priest in orange-red robes holds a flaming aarti lamp toward him. Hanging brass oil lamps and small oil lamps line the frame, with a pink lotus-like base below. The seated figure is an appearance-based probable Swamiji candidate, identified by the swept-back hair, rudraksha mala and throne setting; the priest is a ritual attendant.2013-03-21September 09 20162016-09-09 +1 copiesA seated figure on an ornate gold throne (peetha) on a stage, wearing a red-orange turban, saffron-orange robe and a white flower garland, with arms resting open and a serene expression. Behind is a large green tree with fairy lights and a backdrop of a golden sunset over a temple reflected in water, with a dark silhouette of a dancing figure holding a trident. A trident stands beside the throne, and two floral arrangements in yellow, pink and red flank the platform. The figure's appearance is consistent with the presentation of the candidate, with cues including the turban, saffron clothing and garland; the page places Swamiji at this event, so this is an appearance-based probable identification of the seated person as Swamiji (probable) on the throne.2014-12-24Photograph of a satsang-style stage set before a large painted backdrop of ancient temple ruins, with a tree and hanging vines above. A seated man in a golden ornate throne with maroon and gold cushions smiles, wearing a rust-red dhoti and shawl, a rudraksha mala and gold ornaments, with vibhuti and kumkum on his forehead. A bare-chested devotee in white dhoti kneels beside him holding a red cloth and a tray of offerings. Two men in dark suits stand at left, one leaning in to greet the other. Floral arrangements of yellow and white flowers and fruit sit on both sides of the throne, and a monk in saffron stands at right.2014-12-27A man with long dark hair in a braid and rudraksha malas sits cross-legged on an ornate gold throne with a tiger-skin cushion. He wears rust-red robes and a saffron-orange shawl, smiling with hands folded. Above the throne stands a gilded deity murti with a trident and a companion figure. Lush green plants, stones and a painted forest backdrop surround the seat, with a peacock feather and a small tray of fruit to one side. a person is shown in person, identified by long swept hair, rudraksha malas, and saffron-orange robes with a shawl.2015-02-22May 09th 20162016-05-09A seated man in a golden ornate throne with lion-head armrests and a leopard-print cushion gives a satsang on a red-curtained stage. He wears a deep maroon turban, maroon robe, a long rudraksha mala and a gold pendant, with a garland of pink and white flowers draped over his shoulders, and a microphone stand is in front of him. A golden trident stands to the left and a gold-framed deity murti with multiple arms looms behind the throne. A small table holds a cup, and a brass oil lamp stands on the right near ornate gold pillars.2016-08-08A bearded man in a rust-red turban and red-brown robes sits on a golden bull statue Nandi on a stage, smiling, with a white and pink flower garland and gold necklaces, one hand resting on the bull's back. Behind him a gold arched throne-style backdrop holds deity statues of a seated figure and a consort. Golden lion-head pillars, a trident leaning at left, potted green plants, a microphone stand and dark red curtains frame the stage. Swamiji (probable) appears as the seated speaker, identified by the turban, rudraksha-style gold necklaces and ornate saffron-red attire.2017-01-29