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A seated man in an orange robe and orange turban sits on an ornate carved wooden throne with a red velvet back, draped in long garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers and green leaves, with pink and white flower garlands hung across the throne's carved arch. Lion-shaped carvings flank the seat. A man in white clothes with his hands pressed together and a pink flower bunch offers respect at the left, while another person in white stands at the right edge, and a dark green curtain hangs behind. The setting is an indoor hall with a lattice window.

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July 13 20032003-07-13July 13 20032003-07-13A photograph of a ceremonial scene in an interior hall with red-and-cream walls and a lattice window. A seated figure on an ornate carved wooden throne with red velvet backing wears an orange saffron-coloured robe and orange turban, with a white shawl draped over the shoulder, and is adorned with white and yellow flower garlands. A bearded man in white kurta and dhoti stands before him, placing his hands on the seated figure's head in a blessing. Another man in white clothing stands at left. Pink flower petals and offering trays with red flowers and small bowls sit on the floor, along with a brass bowl on a side table, and the throne is decorated with pink and white garlands. The scene resembles a padapuja-style honouring ceremony.2003-07-13Photograph of an indoor ceremony in a hall with a green curtain behind an ornate carved wooden throne with lion-head armrests and maroon cushions, draped with pink and white flower garlands. A seated figure in an orange-saffron robe and orange head wrap, with a green leafy garland and white flower garlands, receives honour as a standing man in white clothes places a yellow bead garland around his neck. Two women in white saris stand behind on the left. In front are silver bowls of flowers, fruit, rice and offerings, a red-cushioned footstool, and a brass lamp on a side table. The garland-placing man is clearly a devotee or priest, and the seated figure shows swept-back hair, orange robes and an orange wrap, but the appearance is not conclusive enough to confirm a person identity.2003-07-13A photograph of a seated figure on an ornately carved wooden throne with a red-brown backrest, draped with white and red-pink flower garlands and carved lion-head armrests. The seated person wears an orange-saffron turban, orange robes, a green-and-white flower garland and a white shawl, holding a small object in hand. In the foreground a person with dark curly hair is seen from behind, with a brass bowl, a plate of offerings and a small potted plant nearby. Behind the throne hang dark green drapes, and to the right a white banner trimmed with gold and blue sequined fringe rises beside the throne. Lattice screens and a red-brown wall form the setting. Visible cues on the seated figure include a saffron turban and orange robes; the appearance is consistent with a person but is not fully certain.2003-07-13A seated figure in orange robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate carved wooden throne with a red velvet back, decorated with pink and white flower garlands, in front of green drapes. He wears a long orange-and-gold garland and a gold necklace. Before the throne, a man in white kurta-pyjama dances or bends forward holding a red-rimmed tray, and small brass bowls of flower petals and marigold heaps sit on the floor. To the right, a man in white holds a cane or wand, and another in white stands beside him. The setting appears to be a hall with a patterned red carpet and a small table holding brass vessels.2003-07-13July 13 20032003-07-13A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate carved wooden throne draped with white and pink garlands, wearing an orange turban, orange cloth and a beaded necklace with a flower garland. A kneeling man in white clothes, seen from behind, bows toward the throne near a brass vessel and a rising haze of incense smoke on the floor. A white-draped pillar with blue and gold tinsel stands at right, and a small table with brass items and a potted plant sits beside the throne. Lattice window at upper left. The seated figure's appearance is uncertain, so no identity is asserted.2003-07-13A seated man in an orange-saffron robe and matching turban sits eyes closed on an ornate carved wooden throne with a red velvet back and lion-head armrests. He wears a long white and pink flower garland with green leaves and a red-orange tilak on his forehead, with hands resting in his lap. Two people in white clothing sit at the left edge near microphone stands and a small device, while pink flower petals are scattered along the throne's base. A wooden lattice window and a red wall are behind him.July 13 20032003-07-132003 - Sacred collection UncategorizedA seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a matching orange turban sits on an ornately carved wooden throne with lion-head armrests, draped in white and pink garlands. Maroon velvet cushions line the seat, and green curtains hang behind. A woman in a light blue and white sari stands at right, holding a long wooden instrument, beside a framed picture of fruit or offerings and a brass vessel on the floor. Two visible people in total.2003-07-13