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A seated man in a red turban, red shawl, orange dhoti and green-and-gold border sits on an ornate gold-and-red throne, holding a tray and touching the forehead of a young man in white dhoti and shirt who has his palms pressed together in respect. Behind them a shaved-headed man with white tilak stands, and a woman in a teal-and-white striped sari with a rudraksha mala watches at left, with another elderly woman at the far left. A large portrait of a smiling woman and a floral garland on the throne frame the scene. Swamiji (probable) is the seated figure: his red turban, long swept hair, ornate gold necklaces and orange-and-green silk attire mark him as the honoured guide, while the white-clad young man receives blessing.

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A seated figure in a red turban and red shawl, wearing a green and orange silk garment, gold armlets, bangles and a beaded necklace, sits on an ornate gold-carved throne decorated with red and white flowers. With one hand the figure touches the forehead of a man in a white kurta who stands with palms pressed together in namaskar, wearing a gold wristwatch and a dark beaded mala. Behind them a shaved-headed man with white tilak lines and a red kumkum bindi watches. A tray or plate and a basket of wrapped sweets sit in front of the throne.2011-10-05A photograph of a ceremonial exchange in a temple-style setting. A seated figure in a red turban with a gold ornament, green and orange silk garment, layered gold necklaces and gold bangles places a hand on the forehead of a man in white kurta with a rudraksha mala, who stands with palms joined in respectful greeting. A gold-and-red throne with floral garlands is behind the seated figure. Behind them a shaved-headed attendant with white tilak and a sacred thread stands beside a large portrait backdrop. The seated figure's presentation, with a red turban, gold ornaments and ornate clothing, is a person cue, but the face is not clearly visible and the identity remains uncertain.2011-10-05Photograph of a padapuja-style honouring on a golden ornate throne with red cushions. A figure in a red turban, green silk garment with a striped border, gold armlets and a long gold necklace sits on the throne and rests a bare hand on the forehead of a man in a cream kurta who bows forward with hands cupped around a red tray. Behind them a woman in a brown-gold sari with a rudraksha-style mala watches. A second figure in saffron-orange robes with beads stands at the back. The background shows a floral backdrop of yellow, red and white flowers and a decorated deity image.2011-11-01November 28 20112011-11-28A seated figure on a gold and red throne receives devotees in a temple setting. The figure wears a saffron-orange turban, a pink dhoti and pink shawl draped over bare shoulders, a white jasmine garland with red flowers, and a rudraksha bracelet on the upper arm. Holding a white wrapped gift box, he faces a man in a white striped shirt pressing his palms together in namaste. A woman in an orange and green sari bends low in front of a silver tray with fruit and flowers, and a woman in a teal outfit watches at left. A man with a rudraksha mala kneels nearby. Behind them is a large painted backdrop of orange and yellow draped fabric and a gold brass figurine.2011-11-27November 27 20112011-11-27A seated man in a red-orange turban and saffron-orange robe, wearing layered gold beaded necklaces and a large gold ornamental belt, extends his hand to a kneeling man in white kurta with an orange-red shawl and wristwatch who touches his palms together in greeting. Behind them, women in white and orange garments stand watching, and a microphone stand and brass lamps appear in the room.2015-09-11A photograph of a padapuja-style ceremony on a stage before a gilded throne. A seated figure in orange robes, an orange turban, a bare upper body with a rudraksha mala and gold armlets, places his hand on the head of a young man in white dhoti and shawl with gold borders, who bows forward with hands joined. Behind them stands a golden throne with a red cushion, an orange and red drape, and a carved gold lion-like finial. To the left, a man in white kurta and glasses and a woman in a green sari stand holding a purple cloth bundle. Carved pillars and a painted backdrop fill the background.2011-12-10A seated man in an orange-and-saffron turban, pink dhoti and pink shawl, with a white jasmine garland and red flower garland, reaches forward to receive a red offering from a young woman in a teal and blue sari who bows her head. A young man in a green checked kurta stands beside her holding a basket, while a woman in a blue and white sari and another woman in orange look on. The seated figure sits on a golden throne with a red cushion, with brass vessels and a rose-coloured arm band at his wrist. A large painted backdrop of an orange-robed figure hangs behind. The scene suggests a devotee offering during a ceremony.2011-11-27A seated man on an ornate gold-and-red throne wears a deep red turban, gold necklaces, gold armbands and bangles over a red and gold garment, and extends his hand toward a white-clad older man bowing low with hands joined to his face. Behind them a large painted figure in orange robes and a beaded mala fills the backdrop. At the left edge a woman in a white sari holds a tray of yellow flowers.2011-11-28September 15 20152015-09-15July 07 20162016-07-07 +1 copies