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Night photograph of a deity murti in a procession setting, heavily decorated with a dense surround of garlands in red, yellow, white and purple flowers, with green leaves. The central metal murti wears a tall jeweled crown, a sparkling necklace, ornate gold garlands and holds a staff-like emblem in one hand. A smaller murti with a jeweled headdress and red tilak stands at the left edge, and a partially visible decorated figure appears at the right. A decorated canopy with fringe hangs at the top against a black sky. No physical people are visible; the figures are statues.

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Night procession image of two metal deity murti figures, one standing centrally and one partly visible at left, both adorned with heavy floral garlands in red, yellow, white and purple marigold-type flowers and green leaves. The central figure wears a jeweled crown, holds a staff or trident-like implement and a rudraksha-style mala, and is draped with ornate jewelry. A red and gold umbrella canopy with fringe hangs overhead against a dark night sky. No physical people are visible.2010-11-25A metal deity murti stands in the centre, adorned with a tall jewelled crown and a jewelled ornamental shield-like backing, with a long garland of marigolds and red roses surrounding it. Gold and jewelled figures flank the central deity. Yellow marigolds, white jasmine and purple flowers frame the arrangement against dark green leaves. No physical people are visible; the figures are statues.2010-11-25November 25 20102010-11-25A photograph of a gilded deity murti standing amid dense garlands of yellow marigolds, red and white flowers and purple globe blossoms. The figure wears an elaborate jewelled crown, a heavy gold necklace and bangles, and a decorated shield-like adornment, and holds a long staff in one hand. Ornate ornamented kalasha-like finials flank the figure. The floral backdrop fills the frame, and no physical people are visible.2010-11-25November 25 20102010-11-25A deity murti stands centrally, adorned with a silver crown, ornate jeweled silver necklaces and armour-like decorations, holding a trident-like staff and a flag, with a golden mount beneath its feet. Two smaller silver murtis flank it on either side, one holding a pink flower. The three figures are framed by a large arch of marigolds, white jasmine and red and green garlands, set against a dim background with red fabric draped at the edges. No people are visible.2010-11-09 +1 copiesNight photograph of a festival procession vehicle draped with dense garlands of marigolds, roses and white blossoms in yellow, red, purple and green. Two or three metal deity murti figures are seated on the decorated platform, one wearing a tall crowned headdress and holding a staff, with ornate jewellery. A large decorated umbrella with red and blue panels and gold finial stands above them. A maroon cloth hangs at the left edge, and string lights and a street lamp glow in the dark background. No physical people are visible.2010-11-25November 23 20102010-11-23A photograph of deity murti figures dressed for worship. The central standing figure, in gold-toned metal, wears an ornate crown, layered jeweled necklaces and a jeweled belt, and holds a trident-like staff. Flanking figures on either side wear jeweled crowns and necklaces and hold ritual objects. The figures are framed by thick garlands of red roses, yellow and white marigolds, and purple flower strands, with green leaves and a gold ornate backdrop behind them.2013-02-20Night photograph of a decorated deity murti flanked by two smaller standing figures, all heavily adorned with flower garlands in yellow, white, red and purple. The central figure wears a tall silver crown, a jewelled chest ornament and layered necklaces. The flanking figures wear silver crowns and orange-red garments. Colourful painted pillars with geometric and floral patterns frame the scene, and garlands are draped in arches overhead. No physical people are visible.2011-10-06A photograph of a deity murti in a festival procession setting, garlanded with tiers of red, yellow, purple and white flower garlands and green foliage. The central standing figure wears an ornate tall crown, a heavy gold and jewelled necklace and a trident-like staff held upright, with a lotus-like pedestal below. Flanking figures are also adorned with jewelled crowns, necklaces and gold-coloured garments. A golden arched backdrop with ornate repoussé work frames the scene against green trees. No living people are visible; the figures are metal murtis.2014-04-13October 06 20112011-10-06