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A decorated deity murti seated on a raised pedestal before a dark blue velvet backdrop, framed by an arch of red, yellow and green marigold and flower garlands. The figure wears a pink and gold sari, layered gold and beaded necklaces, a jeweled crown and a purple blouse, and holds a sugarcane stalk upright beside it. Brass oil lamps with lamp-bearer figures stand on each side, and the altar holds coconuts, fruit, brass bowls of grain, a bell, and plates of rose petals and offerings. A colorful fringed canopy hangs above.

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A photograph of a decorated deity murti seated at the centre of a shrine, framed by a dense garland of red, yellow and green flowers. The figure wears a pink sari, a purple blouse, layered pearl and gold necklaces, and a jewelled crown, and holds a tall staff topped with a green palm frond. Brass oil lamps stand on either side, and a brass tray arranged with bowls of grain, fruit, sweets and flower offerings sits on a red and gold cloth. Ceremonial fans with red, yellow and blue painted panels frame the altar against a deep blue velvet backdrop, with a striped canopy overhead. A partially visible person in orange clothing appears at the left edge.2008-10-01A decorated deity murti is seated at the centre of a shrine framed by a dense arch of marigold and rose garlands in red, yellow and green. The figure wears a red and magenta silk sari, a purple blouse, a heavy multi-strand gold and white bead necklace, and a jewelled crown. It holds a sugarcane stalk upright on one side and a small object in the raised hand. Two brass oil lamps with figurine stems stand on either side, and a brass bell, silver bowls of offerings, fruit, coconut and flower-filled plates sit on an orange cloth below. A multicoloured fringed canopy and a royal blue velvet backdrop complete the scene. No people are visible.2008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01A decorated deity murti of the goddess is seated on a throne-like dais in a temple setting, framed by a dense arch of red roses, yellow marigolds, green leaves and white jasmine garlands. She wears a pink silk sari with gold border, a purple blouse, layered gold and jewelled necklaces, and an ornate crown; she holds a trident and a staff-like object. Before her are brass oil lamps, a brass kalasha-style vessel, bowls of turmeric, coconuts, fruit, betel leaves and a plate of rose petals and kumkum. A blue velvet backdrop and a multicoloured fabric canopy with red tassels frame the scene. No people are visible.2008-10-01A photograph of a decorated deity murti seated on a red-draped throne-like platform in front of a dark blue velvet backdrop. The figure wears a tall golden crown, layered gold necklaces, bangles and a pink and gold sari, and holds ceremonial staffs. Thick garlands in red, yellow, green and white frame the figure. Brass oil lamps, a kalasha-style brass vessel, offering plates with fruit and sweets, and a tall green banana stalk stand in front. Two decorated umbrella-shaped canopies with red, gold and multicolour embroidery flank the display, and red and gold festoons hang above.2008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01A golden deity murti seated on a flower-decorated throne, framed by thick garlands of red roses, yellow marigolds, white jasmine and green leaves. The figure wears a crown with a central jewel, layered gem-studded necklaces, a deep purple blouse and a magenta silk sari with a gold border over a turquoise base. It holds a small bird-topped sceptre and a palm-leaf staff rises beside it, while a red canopy hangs overhead. The setting looks like a festival decoration for a temple deity during a Navaratri celebration.2008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01A seated deity murti is decorated for a festival, framed by a large arch of red, yellow and green flower garlands. The figure wears a gold crown with a pearl-studded ornament, layered gold and jewelled necklaces, and a pink skirt with gold border. Green sleeves and white flower garlands adorn the arms, and the hands hold a trident-like staff and a lotus-topped rod. A tall palm branch stands at the right beside an ornate red and gold canopy with floral embroidery. The background is a dark velvet drape with a red and gold ceiling overhead. No people are visible.2008-10-01