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Photograph of a ceremonial blessing on a stage. A seated figure on an ornate gold throne with red cushions and a gold lion sculpture wears an orange saffron robe and an orange turban, and extends a hand to place a saffron-coloured cloth or tilak on the forehead of a kneeling devotee in an orange silk robe with a pink sash. The throne is framed by white and red flower garlands and a decorated backdrop with painted elephant motifs. Brass lamps, a flower arrangement and fruit offerings sit on a low table in front. Swamiji (probable) is identified by the saffron robe and turban, long swept-back curly hair and ceremonial gold-throne setting, with the page noting his presence.

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Photograph of a ceremony on a stage with a dark curtain behind it. A figure in orange robes and an orange head wrap sits on an ornate golden throne with a lion-form armrest, red cushions and white-and-red floral garlands, holding an object in the hands. Appearance-based candidate: Swamiji (probable), with saffron-orange robes, orange turban and a long swept-back hair with ceremonial garlands. To the left, a woman in orange robes stands beside a seated young man in orange with a red-bordered shawl who sits before a brass vessel and offerings of fruit, flowers and a brass lamp, indicating a puja. A decorative folk-patterned panel with elephant motifs and a fan stand in the scene.2008-07-17Photograph of a seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a carved lion-shaped armrest and red cushions, wearing a saffron-orange robe and orange turban, with a long dark hair and a garland of white flowers. He extends his right hand forward, touching the forehead of a standing woman in an orange-saffron sari who bows with hands folded in namaste. Below, a brass or silver offering tray with flowers and fruit sits near the throne. Behind them hang a colourful embroidered backdrop with elephant motifs and a large floral garland arch in yellow, red and white. Two people are visible: the throned figure, who may be a person based on the saffron-orange robes, orange turban, long hair and throne, and the bowing woman. A printed photo credit reads 'Dhyanapeetam' at the lower right.2008-07-17A seated figure on an ornate gold throne with a red cushion and a golden lion armrest wears an orange turban, orange robe and a white flower garland, smiling. In front, a person in an orange robe kneels and bows low with hands pressed together, performing padapuja at the seated figure's feet over a brass vessel. Fruit, flowers, brass lamps and a silver plate with offerings sit on the table; the throne is framed by floral garlands and a colourful striped and patterned backdrop. This image shows a worshipful ritual reception on stage. The seated figure is described by role only; no identity is established from appearance.2008-07-17July 17 20082008-07-17A photograph of a Gurupoornima-style honouring ceremony in a hall with a gilded throne backed by a golden ornate panel and red cushions. A seated figure on the throne wears saffron-orange robes and an orange turban, with white and orange flower garlands draped over the shoulders, and rests bare feet on a silver vessel of flowers. Before him, a kneeling attendant in orange robes and an orange cap holds a folded orange cloth, while a second person in a long flowing orange garment and headcloth stands to the left, lifting the cloth to their head. Marigold and white flower decorations line the throne and a yellow-and-maroon floral panel is behind them. Probable Swamiji cues include the saffron turban, orange robes and garlands on the seated throne figure, and he is physically present in the scene.2008-07-17July 17 20082008-07-17A seated man on a gold-ornate throne wearing saffron-orange robes and an orange turban, with a white and red flower garland and a rudraksha-style necklace, smiles while placing an orange cloth or tilak-cloth on the head of a kneeling devotee in orange robes who bows forward. Floral decorations with yellow and maroon blossoms, striped and red cushions, a brass oil lamp and white flowers surround the throne. Swamiji (probable): the seated man in saffron robes, turban and garland on the decorated throne, shown blessing a disciple. The bowing devotee is a disciple receiving blessing.2008-07-17A photograph of a ceremony in a hall with a blue backdrop and a deep red curtain at right. A long-haired man in an orange sleeveless garment sits on a gold-trimmed throne decorated with a large floral garland of white, yellow, red and purple flowers and red velvet panels. A man in an orange-brown robe with a maroon-striped cloth stands before him, bending forward and reaching toward him. Seated devotees in front wear white and orange garments, and women at right wear white saris with orange shawls. Probable Swamiji (long swept-back hair, orange ritual garment, seated on a garlanded throne, receiving honour from a standing attendant).2008-01-01A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange head wrap sits on an ornate gilded throne with red cushions, carved lion-shaped armrests and garlands of white and pink flowers, holding a small ritual object in both hands. Beside the throne, a woman in orange robes with a maroon border stands, and a shaved-headed young man in orange sits on the platform near a gilded pot. In front are fruit, flower arrangements and silver ritual vessels, with a decorated colourful backdrop and a dark curtain behind. The setting suggests a Gurupoornima celebration with a guru puja. Three people are visible.2008-07-17A photo of a ceremonial scene in a hall decorated with white and blue striped drapery, a painted pillar with elephant motifs and a golden throne-like seat covered in flower garlands. A figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits on the ornate golden throne with a red cushion, holding a ceremonial staff, and wears a garland of flowers and a rudraksha-style mala. Seated before the throne on a patterned red and gold carpet is another person in orange robes and an orange headwrap, with hands folded in greeting. Brass lamps, a tray of fruit including pomegranates, grapes, bananas and apples, a silver offering vessel, and flower petals sit in front. A trident stands at the right edge.2008-07-17A photograph of a seated saffron-robed guru on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, wearing an orange turban, a white flower garland and a rudraksha-style necklace, smiling as a devotee in a long orange satin robe bows forward and receives his hand on the head. The throne is framed by a large floral arrangement of yellow and white blooms and purple-and-white striped decoration. In front, a silver lamp stand, a silver bowl and a tray of fruit, including apples, grapes, limes and pineapple, form an offering display. a person is shown in ceremonial saffron clothing with ornate cues, and the devotee is blessed in a darshan-style moment.2008-07-17A photograph of a ceremony on a stage. A seated figure on a gold and red throne with a gilded lion armrest wears a saffron-orange robe, a saffron turban, and a white flower garland, and rests one hand on the head of a kneeling young man. The kneeling man wears a saffron robe and a saffron cloth on his head and sits in front of a silver kalasha-style vessel and pink and white flower offerings on the floor. Behind them are a gold and floral backdrop and a decorated panel with elephant motifs. A white pedestal fan stands at left. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has long swept-back hair, a saffron turban and saffron robe, and a ceremonial garland, and is seated on a throne as the central figure of the ceremony.2008-07-17