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A photograph of a Krishna murti lit in intense green light, wearing an ornate crown decorated with peacock-feather motifs, green gemstones and diamond-like stones. The murti holds a silver flute and wears layered turquoise beaded garlands and embroidered peacock-patterned clothing. Orange marigolds and dark pink rose petals lie in front, with a peacock-feather backdrop behind. No physical people are visible.

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September 15 20152015-09-15September 15 20152015-09-15A green-lit murti of a deity with a jewelled crown topped by a peacock motif, wearing a beaded turquoise necklace and a bead mala, with a flute resting across its chest. Behind it, an embroidered backdrop of peacock feathers in blue, orange and silver spreads outward. Marigold and rose petals and a green leaf lie at its base, with currency notes visible at the lower edge. This is a deity murti, not a living person.2015-09-15 +1 copiesDecember 05 20162016-12-05Close-up of a golden metal Krishna murti playing a flute. The figure wears an orange and red turban with a gold braided band and a jewelled crown with green and pink stones, topped by a peacock feather. It has a purple silk garment with gold border, layered pearl necklaces with red and green tassels, and jewelled gold bracelets. The flute is held to the lips with one hand. No physical people are visible; the figure is a deity murti.2010-09-02Close-up photograph of a silver Krishna murti dressed in a saffron-yellow silk garment and yellow turban adorned with a jewelled crown and a peacock feather. The figure has large stylised eyes, a tilak on the forehead, and a finger raised to the lips. Layered necklaces and armlets are set with white, green and pink stones against a blue cloth backdrop. No people are visible; the statue is the sole subject.2010-09-02March 28 20132013-03-28Close-up photograph of a metal Krishna murti decorated for worship. The figure wears a tall peacock feather and a jewelled golden crown set with white, green and magenta stones, a yellow turban-like cloth, and a red flower tucked at the side. The face has a tilak mark and the hand is raised near the mouth. Gem-studded garlands and ornaments cover the chest against a blue backdrop.2010-09-02A photograph of a small metal murti of the child deity Krishna, seated on a golden-brown cushion or base. The figure wears a yellow-orange dhoti and shawl with gold brocade, a jewelled crown set with white and green and pink stones, a peacock feather rising from the crown, a stone-studded necklace, and a decorated armlet. One hand is raised to the mouth. Behind it is a blue satin cloth, with a blurred floral backdrop and scattered petals at the bottom. The murti is the only figure shown; no physical people are present.2010-09-02A metal murti of Krishna stands in front of a curved stand with ornate gilt scrollwork, playing a long flute held to his lips. The figure wears an orange turban topped with a jewelled crown, a red and gold brocade dhoti and shawl, and layered necklaces set with green and red stones and white stones. A green and gold silk cloth covers the base in front of a blue curtain and patterned yellow backdrop. No living people are visible.2011-09-07A photograph of a metallic murti of Krishna playing a flute, standing on a red-cushioned pedestal. The figure wears an orange turban-style headdress, a layered orange-pink cloth, and dense jeweled garlands in pink, green and white stones. Two tall vases decorated with floral patterns hold peacock feather fans on either side, with pink roses at their bases. A brass lamp with cut-out designs and fresh flowers in white, pink and orange sit before the murti, with a yellow-and-orange painted backdrop behind. No physical people are visible.2011-10-17Close-up photograph of a gilded metal murti of Krishna playing a long bamboo flute held to his lips. The figure wears an orange turban with a jewelled gold band studded with white and red stones, a gold-and-gem necklace with green and red accents, and a sparkling jewelled collar. A white and black forehead mark and painted eyes are visible. The background is blurred red and gold. The statue is a deity murti, not a living person.2011-09-14