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A seated figure in an ornate gold and silver throne with red cushions sits centrally, hands pressed together in namaskar, wearing an orange-saffron robe, an orange turban, a long white and red flower garland, and a gold necklace. Strings of marigold-style flowers in red, green and yellow frame the throne. A devotee in an orange-brown top sits in the lower right foreground facing the throne, and a lit oil lamp or flame stands on the right, with a trident-shaped finial visible at the top right. Appearance-based label: Swamiji (probable) in the throne position, given orange turban, saffron robe and garlanded ceremonial presentation; this is in_person.

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July 17 20082008-07-17July 17 20082008-07-17A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate golden throne (peetha) with red cushions, hands joined in namaskar. A white and red floral garland hangs on his chest, with a rudraksha-style mala and gold necklace visible. The throne is framed by white jasmine flower arrangements with orange and yellow marigolds and a striped garland drape. A brass trident (trishul) stands at the right edge, and a partially visible person in light saffron clothing with dark hair stands at the lower right, facing the throne. The setting resembles a stage or temple dais decorated for a ceremony. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has long dark hair under an orange turban, saffron robes, a garland and ceremonial gold necklace, consistent with the page's reference to Swamiji at this event.2008-07-17July 17 20082008-07-17A seated figure in orange-saffron robes and an orange turban sits in the centre of an ornate gold and silver throne (peetha) decorated with a gold crown-like top and a round silver medallion. Hands are pressed together in namaste, with a long multicolour flower garland of red, white and yellow blooms and a gold-coloured necklace draped over the robes. Arched panels with silver scalloped trim and yellow flower decoration frame the throne, and a trident (trishul) stands at the right edge. Two orange-clad attendants sit at the lower left and lower right, one bald and one with dark hair, near a silver vessel and floral offerings on the dais. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure has long dark hair, orange robes, a saffron turban, a rudraksha-style gold necklace and a flower garland, consistent with the page reference to Swamiji at this event.2008-07-17July 17 20082008-07-17July 17 20082008-07-17A seated man in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits with palms pressed together in anjali on an ornate gold throne with red cushions. He wears a long multicolour flower garland and a gold necklace. Behind the throne are flower-decorated backdrops of yellow marigolds and red, white and green blossoms. In the right foreground, a standing person in orange clothing with a bare arm, holding a microphone, faces the throne. The throne is a gilded seat with a crown-like top.2008-07-17A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, hands joined in greeting, adorned with a red-and-white flower garland and a rudraksha-style mala. Two standing attendants in dark brown robes face the throne from the foreground, one holding an offering. Fruit baskets, flower garlands and a silver vessel sit before the throne, and a small gold trident is visible at the right edge. The decorated backdrop features gilded arches and a floral-patterned wall. Probable Swamiji cues: orange clothing, orange turban and ornate throne with a garland.2008-07-17A seated figure in orange-saffron robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, hands joined in namaste, wearing a white and red flower garland and a bead necklace. The throne is framed by elaborate white and multicoloured floral arrangements with garlands, and a gold trident stands at left. In front, a silver vessel and fruit offerings are set on a platter. Two people in orange clothing stand in the foreground with their backs to the camera, one at right and one at left, with lit oil lamps near the bottom.2008-07-17A figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, hands pressed together in namaskar. A white and red garland hangs around the neck and a gold necklace is visible. The throne is framed by garlands of yellow flowers, red and green blooms, and a silver-and-blue decorative arch. A golden trident stands to the right, and a shaved-headed attendant in white and a seated woman with glasses are at the lower edges of the frame. The scene suggests a darshan or felicitation setting. Swamiji (probable) is identified by saffron robes, orange turban, long hair and gold necklace, seated on a throne.2008-07-17A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits with palms pressed together in anjali mudra, eyes closed, on an ornate gilded silver throne with red cushions. A white and red-green garland hangs around the neck, with a gold chain beneath it. The throne is framed by marigold and rose garlands in yellow, red, green and white, and a silver and gold decorative arch behind.2008-07-17