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A richly adorned deity murti is seated on a gold-upholstered throne covered in crystal-studded bands and jewelled roundels. The figure wears a jewelled crown, large paisley earrings, a heavy multi-stone necklace and a striped purple and green garment, with a red tilak mark on the forehead. A hand raised beside the figure holds a small object. Behind the throne stand a red draped fabric and ornate silver-gilt carved panels.

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December 19 20162016-12-19A gilded deity murti seated on a throne is the central subject, adorned with a black crown topped by a red-and-gold jeweled ornament, gold necklaces with red and green stones, and a saffron-and-maroon garment with embroidered bands. Two similar seated figures flank it, covered in ornate rhinestone-studded fabric with red and blue embellishments. Behind them hang a bright red silk backdrop and a repoussé copper or brass panel carved with decorative motifs. No physical people are visible.2016-12-05A close view of ornately dressed deity murti statues decorated with jewelled crowns, dark hair with a crescent moon ornament, red and pink embroidered garments, large gem-studded necklaces and glittering red and blue embellishments. The central figure holds a ceremonial implement in one hand and raises an open palm, while a figure on the left wears a maroon turban and red garments. A green backdrop sits behind the statues. The statues are not people; no physical persons are visible.2017-12-30A decorated deity murti is seated between two large golden-yellow cushioned bolsters encrusted with rhinestone bands, sequins and pearl-like beadwork. The murti has a dark face with a vertical tilak, large crown-like headdress with red and green gemstones, ornate earrings, layered gold necklaces and a blue and gold jewelled breastplate. A purple beaded sash crosses the chest. Behind are a gold-embossed frame, red draped fabric and other metal ritual items. No people are visible.2016-12-05March 24 20132013-03-24A decorated deity murti. The figure wears a tall jewelled crown with red and green stones, a red-and-gold ornamented necklace, a teal blue garment, and a long garland of white flowers arches overhead. Large round red-and-white jewelled ornaments hang at the shoulders and chest, and a red tilak-like mark is on the forehead. Ornate golden and jewelled arm pieces frame the figure. No physical people are visible.2016-12-05A richly decorated deity murti, a standing figure dressed in a green silk garment with heavy gold and jewelled ornaments. The head is crowned with an ornate jewelled crown set with red and green stones, and the neck is layered with pearl and stone necklaces. Gold coin-style shoulder garlands drape over red and orange silk, and the raised right hand holds a gold ornamented object. A green silk backdrop and a gold-coloured panel stand behind the figure. The figure is a statue, not a living person, and no people are visible.2015-07-11A photograph of a gilded deity murti decorated with jeweled ornaments. The figure has a golden face with red lips and kohl-lined eyes, a tall black crown set with red, green and white gems, and a large gem-studded tilak on the forehead. Layered necklaces, a red and pink jeweled chest piece, and round gem-encrusted shoulder ornaments adorn the figure, which is dressed in teal and red cloth. It stands before a backdrop of orange velvet covered with rhinestone and gem decorations, framed by white flower garlands. No physical people are visible.2016-12-05Two metal murti of a deity pair stand side by side in a shrine against a backdrop of orange-red satin draped in a gold-framed arch. The figure on the left wears an orange turban-style crown, an ornate white and gold embellished garment with a jewelled sash, and holds a conch-like object and a raised hand. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled crown, a red and gold necklace, and a green saree, holding a green parrot-shaped leaf ornament. Both are garlanded with white jasmine and red roses, with flower offerings at their feet and red silk cloth beneath. These are statues, not people.2013-03-07December 05 20162016-12-05 +1 copiesDecember 05 20162016-12-05A golden deity murti of a goddess seated against a red velvet backdrop within a gilded arch. The figure wears a white silk sari with gold brocade, an elaborate jewelled crown with a black braided bun, and heavy layered necklaces set with diamond-like stones, red and green accents. Large jewelled earrings hang from the ears and a nose ring is worn. The right hand is raised holding a golden object, and a garland of yellow marigolds and red roses drapes over the shoulder. Ornate decorative jewellery and bangles adorn the arms.2010-07-13