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Photograph of a shrine inside a temple-style pavilion with grey stone pillars, red curtains and an arched gold frame. Two painted or sculpted deity figures sit on a raised seat draped in green and pink cloth, one blue-skinned with a crown and tall headdress, the other in a red sari with a veil, both garlanded with white flowers and marigolds. A large garland of yellow and purple flowers hangs over a central seat. Brass lamps, a kalasha, brass vessels, a tiger-skin mat, trays of flowers and offering plates surround the altar. No physical people are visible.

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December 20 20092009-12-20December 20 20092009-12-20A stone shrine with carved pillars and an arched golden niche holds two deity murtis, a male figure on the left and a female figure in red with a gold crown on the right, seated on a raised pedestal. Green and gold drapes frame them, with garlands of marigold and white flowers hanging across the pedestal. Brass oil lamps, a kalasha pot, a bowl of fruit and metal vessels stand in front, with orange drapes and red and white pots at the sides.2009-12-20A photo of a temple shrine with a large gilded arch framing a deity murti pair seated on a pink-draped throne against a deep red curtain. The central murti wears a red turban and ornate necklaces, and a bejeweled female figure with a crown sits beside him. Below, a blue-clad figure in white draped cloth sits before them, garlanded with long yellow and purple flower strands. Brass oil lamps stand on either side, and brass vessels, a kalasha-style pot, and a plate of offerings with flowers and fruit rest on the stone floor in front. The shrine has carved granite pillars and open sides with red curtains.2010-09-15December 20 20092009-12-20A photograph of a shrine inside a stone temple pavilion showing a large deity murti pair seated on a raised golden seat under a gold arch, with a red curtain behind. The figures wear red and gold garments, a red turban-style crown on the male figure and an ornate crown on the female figure, and are garlanded with yellow and purple flower strands. In front, a blue-bodied small murti sits on a white draped platform with a garland and a silver kalasha-like vessel. Tall brass oil lamps (deepas) stand on both sides, with brass puja trays, a bowl of fruit and flower offerings, and a small kumkum or vibhuti dish on the floor. No people are visible.2010-09-15A shrine of two seated deity murtis on a raised white and blue throne-like platform beneath a red curtain and gold arch. The central figure wears an orange and white dhoti, a crown and rudraksha-like beads, holding a trident. The figure beside wears a white cloth, jewelled necklaces and a crown, with a green-robed figure seated in front. Garlands of yellow and red flowers drape both figures. Brass oil lamps, a kalasha, offering plates with flowers and fruit, and a small green-robed statue stand on the stone floor. Carved grey granite pillars frame the scene.2011-07-31A photograph of a decorated shrine at an outdoor temple-style structure with a golden arched frame and red velvet backdrop. Two large deity murtis stand side by side on a raised platform: the figure on the left wears a red turban, red and white garlands and a red-and-gold cloth; the figure on the right wears a blue blouse, pink skirt and a dark crown with blue ornaments. Between them is a golden shivalinga-like object on a pedestal. Tall brass oil lamps stand on both sides, with hanging coconuts and garlands of marigold-like flowers decorating the pillars and blue drapes. A small figure in pink and white sits in front, with a white-clad figure and flower offerings at the base. No people are standing in the frame apart from the partially visible figure at the bottom.2009-06-17 +1 copiesA photograph of a temple shrine with a large stone pillared canopy. At the centre, a pair of painted deity murtis sit within a gilded arch against a red curtain; one is a seated figure in red and gold headdress, the other a female figure in pink and red sari, both wearing garlands. Before them stands a large shivalinga-like altar draped with a white cloth and marigold garlands, flanked by tall brass lamps and offering plates with fruit and sweets. Small deity sculptures are carved into the pillars and a dark stone panel at the lower left. No people are visible.2010-09-15A photograph of a stone temple shrine housing a pair of painted deity murti standing on a raised platform, the central figure with a red crown, a red and gold garment and a long garland of yellow and purple flowers, beside a female figure in a yellow-orange sari. Below them stands a small teal-clad image and a conch-shaped form draped with white cloth, with a garland hanging down. Brass oil lamps, a kalasha-style vessel and metal ritual vessels line the platform, and carved pillars and red curtains frame the shrine. No people are visible.2010-10-28 +1 copiesA temple shrine photograph showing a pair of painted deity murtis seated under an ornate gilded arch with a lime-green backdrop. The taller figure on the left wears blue and white garments, a crown with a feather and a sacred thread, and holds a ritual object. The figure on the right wears a red sari-style garment with gold jewellery and holds a brass pot. A seated figure in the centre is draped with a blue-and-gold cloth and garlands in yellow, orange and purple. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides, with brass kalasha-shaped vessels, a brass bell, bowls of flowers and a tray of marigold petals placed on the steps in front.2009-12-20A decorated shrine within an ornate stone temple structure shows a pair of large painted murtis seated on a golden throne-like arch, garlanded with yellow, orange and red flower strands. The central figure wears a white dhoti, red and white turban and layered white beaded necklaces; the figure beside wears a pink blouse with a purple skirt and gold jewellery. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides, a kalasha sits at the centre, and colourful sweets and fruit are arranged in the foreground. Silver tinsel hangs from the pillars and pink curtains frame the shrine. No physical people are visible.2008-12-24