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A photograph of two metal murti of Shiva and Parvati, dressed and adorned for Navaratri, set before a dark blue velvet backdrop inside an ornate gold-framed niche. The left figure wears an orange turban with a crescent ornament, a crown-like headdress, a trident in hand, and a rudraksha mala with ornate silver-and-pink necklaces. The right figure wears a black crown, red and white jewelled necklaces, and a blue-and-red sari. Both are garlanded with yellow, red and purple flower strands, and lit oil lamps appear in the foreground.

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October 08 20082008-10-08Two metal murti deities stand side by side in a gilded arched frame against a dark blue velvet backdrop. The figure on the left wears an orange turban topped with a crescent moon, a rudraksha mala and ornate jewelled necklaces, and holds a trident. The figure on the right wears a tall black and silver crown, large earrings, layered jewelled necklaces and a red and blue sari, holding a small object in one hand. Garlands of yellow, red and purple flowers hang at both sides, and brass lamp flames are visible at the bottom edge.2008-10-08A photograph of two ornately decorated deity murti statues on an altar beneath a gilded arch with a dark blue velvet backdrop. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a crescent moon ornament, a rudraksha-style bead necklace, layered jewelled garlands and a tall crown-like headpiece, holding a trident. The figure on the right wears a black crown with a red-and-gold decorative headpiece, large jewelled earrings, a teal and white beaded necklace and a blue sari, with a hand raised in blessing. Yellow and red marigold garlands drape both sides, and a silver-and-gold ritual vessel sits in the foreground. These are statues, not living people.2008-10-08Two ornately decorated metal murti of a deity pair stand under a gold-framed arch with an orange silk backdrop. The figure on the left has a silver-and-gold body, an orange and red turban topped with a decorated crown, a multicoloured jewelled necklace and a rudraksha-style brown bead garland, and holds a trident-like staff and a gold ceremonial object. The figure on the right wears a black and gold crown with red and white ornaments, red bead and white pearl necklaces with jewelled pendants, and holds a gold lotus-like object. Both are draped in red rose garlands. No physical people are visible.2013-07-07A golden murti of a seated deity couple on a red backdrop within an ornate gold arch framed by carved stone. The male figure wears a colourful striped turban, a multi-strand bead and jewel necklace, and holds a golden trident. The female figure beside him wears a brown and beige sari, a layered gold necklace, and a white flower braid, sitting on a gold seat with an elaborate decorative base. Both are garlanded with yellow and purple flower strands and decorated with a green leaf garland. Oil lamps stand at the lower left. This is a statue, not a living person, so the count is zero.2010-12-14A photograph of two gilded deity murti, a male and a female form, displayed in an ornate gold arched frame against a dark blue velvet backdrop. The male figure wears an orange turban with a crescent moon and a trident in one hand, a rudraksha mala and layered jeweled necklaces. The female figure wears a tall crown with a red-and-white arc, large earrings, a blue-and-red sari and layered necklaces. Garlands of yellow, red and white flowers hang at both sides, and white lamps or offerings are visible in the foreground.2008-10-08Two gilded deity murti stand side by side before a gold brocade backdrop within an ornate golden arch. The figure on the left, with four arms, wears an orange-red turban, a richly beaded multicoloured necklace, and holds a trident. The figure on the right wears a tall crown, layered gem-studded necklaces, and a gold-toned blouse. A silver kalasha vessel is in the foreground. No physical people are visible.2013-05-20 +1 copiesOctober 08 20082008-10-08June 03 20092009-06-03A photograph of a golden Shiva-Parvati murti pair seated before a deep red velvet backdrop within a gilded arch. The male deity wears an orange turban with a jeweled crown ornament, a silver-and-gold necklace layered over a dark blue garment, and holds a trident and a damaru-like drum. The female deity wears a blue sari with silver jewelry, a crescent-moon hair ornament, and a garland of yellow and red flowers. Both murtis have golden faces and rich jewelry. The murtis are statues, not living people.2009-12-05Close view of two ornately decorated metal murti statues of Shiva and Parvati, adorned for a festival alankar. The left figure has a tall orange and gold turban-style crown, a golden trident held upright, a red garment, and layered jewelled necklaces with garlands of yellow and red flowers draped over the shoulders. The right figure wears a jewelled headdress with a crescent-like ornament, a cream silk garment, and multiple strands of gems and pearls. Both are set before a rich red velvet curtain beside a gold-framed arch on a stone wall. Crystal and rhinestone embellishments cover the figures.2010-07-13A golden deity murti pair seated within an ornate gilded arch against a deep blue velvet backdrop. The male figure wears an orange turban with a crescent crest, gold and jewelled necklaces, and holds a trident-like staff and a drum; the female figure wears an orange and gold sari, layered necklaces, large earrings and a black crown, and holds a lotus-like gesture. Both are garlanded with yellow, purple and red flower garlands, with a kalasha or offering in front.2008-09-30