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A photograph of a temple-style ritual space with several deity murtis dressed in gold and silver ornaments, layered gold necklaces, and fresh garlands of yellow marigold, red and white flowers. The central murti wears a golden-brown and purple silk cloth. Two men stand at left: one in a saffron-orange dhoti with yellow garland holds a small ritual vessel, and another in white dhoti and shawl stands behind him. Rose petals and a red patterned carpet cover the floor, with banana leaves at lower left and a maroon curtain behind.

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January 09 20152015-01-09January 09 20152015-01-09A stage set with several ornate golden thrones or altars draped in garlands of orange, red, yellow and purple flowers, holding deity murti figures with crowns and jewelled adornments. A man in an orange-brown dhoti stands at center-left holding a ritual item toward a central murti, while a figure in white dhoti and a red shawl stands at left holding a brass bowl. Scattered rose petals and marigold garlands cover the white floor, with fruit, flowers and a yellow cloth at the lower left. Dark red curtains form the backdrop.2015-01-09A temple-style ritual stage with several decorated deity murti seated on gold and cushioned thrones, each draped in flower garlands of red, orange, yellow and marigold. Behind them hangs a deep maroon velvet curtain. On the left, a priest in a bare-chested pose with a reddish-brown dhoti and a cloth over his shoulder holds a lamp, while another attendant in white dhoti and a red garland stands nearby. A central attendant in a rust-orange dhoti stands at a throne, and a priest in white and an orange-saffron shawl stands at the right edge holding a plate. Rose petals scatter the white floor, and a small yellow stone fire pit with fruit offerings and a green leaf sits in the foreground. The scene suggests an abhishekam or puja, with no clear identification of any person.2015-01-09January 09 20152015-01-09A temple-style ritual scene in a hall with red curtains. Several ornately decorated deity murtis sit on golden thrones, draped in colourful silk cloths and heavy gold jewellery, garlanded with yellow, orange, red and white flower strands. A woman in an orange-red sari with a yellow flower garland stands at left holding a small ritual vessel, while a man in white dhoti and a red-garlanded shawl stands behind her. Rose petals are scattered on the floor and a patterned rug lies in front, with banana leaves and offerings at the lower left. Figures in the scene are a priest-like man and a woman performing puja, both physically present.2015-01-09A photograph of a temple-style ritual setup on a stage with a maroon velvet drape behind. Several ornate golden thrones or seats are decorated with heavy garlands of red, orange, yellow and white flowers and gold jewellery on the deity murti figures. A central seat holds a crowned deity murti flanked by smaller figures. Priests in white dhoti and orange or saffron cloth stand at left and right, one bowing with hands folded in front of the deities, another at far right in white with a gold-trimmed shawl holding a flower garland. Petals and fruit, a pineapple and a brass vessel lie on the floor, with a red carpet at the centre. The scene is a deity worship offering, shown on a stage with no visible audience.2015-01-09January 09 20152015-01-09A temple-style ritual scene in a hall with a deep red velvet curtain and a gilded arched frame. Several ornate metal deity murtis are heavily decorated with garlands of orange, red, yellow, purple and white flowers, and gold jewellery. In the foreground a bare-chested man in a rust-brown dhoti holds up a flame or incense in one hand and a silver bowl of red petals in the other, while a white-clad attendant stands at the lower left. The central murtis wear crowns and gold ornaments, one with a crescent moon motif. The arrangement suggests an abhishekam or puja offering in progress.2015-01-09March 27 20162016-03-27January 09 20152015-01-09A photograph of a temple ritual with several gold and silver deity murtis (statues) decorated with garlands of red, orange, yellow, purple and white flowers. Two figures on the right wear ornate gold crowns and jewelry. On the left a standing priest in white dhoti with orange-red cloth and a yellow garland holds a silver bowl of red kumkum or petals. Another priest in white stands at the far left edge. Draped red-and-gold cloth covers the seating, with a dark red velvet curtain behind. The scene is a puja with flower adornment.2015-01-09