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Golden metal murtis of Shiva and Parvati are seated side by side on a peetha before an orange-red cloth backdrop framed by an ornate gold arch. The left deity holds a trident and a damaru-like drum, wears a leopard-print headdress with a crescent-style ornament, a red-and-gold necklace and a pink lower garment. The right deity wears a green sari with gold border, a large round gold pendant necklace, earrings and a dark coiffed hairstyle. Garlands of pink and yellow flowers drape both figures, and a gold kalasha-style offering with green stone-like pieces sits in front. No physical people are visible.

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Photograph of a golden-toned pair of deity murtis seated side by side in a gilded arched shrine against an orange draped backdrop. The left figure, with a trident and a raised hand, wears pink dhoti-style cloth, a dark patterned crown with white decorations, and a rudraksha-style necklace. The right figure wears a green sari with a red and gold blouse, pink and yellow garlands, and a crown with dark plumes. A brass shallow tray with five small green-tinted lamps sits in front. Standing statues, not living people; no physical persons are visible.2014-08-15August 15 20142014-08-15Two large gilded murti of a deity couple stand in an ornate gold arched shrine against red silk drapery. The figure on the left holds a trident and a cobra-topped staff, wears a leopard-print cloth headdress, a jewelled armlet, pink-purple dhoti and layered bead necklaces. The figure on the right wears a crown with jewelled ornaments, a green-and-gold blouse, heavy gold necklaces, green tassel earrings and white flower garlands draped on both figures. Pink-and-green decorations hang at the base near a golden kalasha-like offering.2014-08-11Two gilded metal murti of a deity pair are seated before a vivid orange satin backdrop framed by an ornate gold arch. The left figure wears a red-orange turban and a green garment, holds a trident in one hand, and is draped with multiple strands of white and pink beaded necklaces and a red-stone pendant. The right figure wears a silver-embellished crown and a green sari with gold embroidery and layered gold and jewelled necklaces. Both are adorned with jewelled earrings and bangles, and red, orange, yellow and white flower garlands hang across their shoulders. Two murtis are present, with no physical people visible.2013-03-29October 22 20122012-10-22A golden-framed shrine arch holds a pair of painted deity murtis seated on a raised platform. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban and a crown-like headdress, holds a trident and a small ritual vessel, and has a rudraksha-style and gold necklace layered over a pink lower garment. The figure on the right wears a red sari with gold border, gold jewellery and a decorated crown. Yellow and pink flower garlands drape both murtis and a silver-gold lingam-shaped object stands in front on a platter. Red curtains hang behind the shrine. No living people are visible.2010-09-02June 20th 20152015-06-20Two ornate deity murti statues stand together against a draped red curtain framed by gilded arch carvings. The figure on the left is copper-coloured with a tall orange-red turban, holding a golden trident in one hand and a golden hand gesture raised, wearing a heavy jewelled necklace and a dark garment with ornate beadwork. The figure on the right has a tall black and red crowned headdress with circular red motifs and a nose ring, wearing layered jewelled necklaces and a silver-white beaded garment. Both are draped with colourful flower garlands in red, orange and yellow. A small metal serpent-topped figure appears at the far left edge. The scene is a decorated shrine display.2012-10-22Two gilded murti statues of Shiva and Parvati seated side by side on a throne-like peetha beneath a golden arch. The left figure, Shiva, wears a tall rudraksha crown, a leopard-print garment, layered rudraksha malas and holds a trident and a gold-tipped staff. The right figure, Parvati, wears a jewelled crown, heavy silver-and-gold necklaces, an orange and green sari and a gold waist belt, and holds a small ornamental object. Both are garlanded with yellow, red and purple flowers. The carved grey stone temple wall stands behind them.2009-06-20Two gilded deity murti seated side by side within a golden arched frame before a red curtain, dressed for darshan. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock-feather crest, has multiple rows of silver and gold necklaces and rudraksha-style beads, and holds a trident and a gold ceremonial staff. The figure on the right wears a teal and gold sari with jewelled necklaces and a black crown, holding a small object in one hand. Both are garlanded with yellow, purple and red flower strands, and offerings of red flowers and green leaves sit at their feet. No living people are visible.2010-08-28September 11 20172017-09-11Golden murti statues of a male and female deity seated before a bright red draped backdrop framed by an ornate gold arch. The male figure wears a red and white turban, a trident in one raised hand, a rudraksha-style brown bead mala and pearl necklaces. The female figure wears a gold crown, pearl necklaces, earrings and a lavender sari with gold border. Both are garlanded with red roses and yellow marigolds. These are deity murtis, not living people.2013-06-20