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A photograph of two gilded metal murti statues of a deity couple, standing on a raised platform framed by large palm fronds. The male figure wears an orange and red turban and orange-gold dhoti, holds a ceremonial mace-like staff in one hand and makes a blessing gesture with the other, and is adorned with layered silver necklaces and white flower garlands. The female figure wears a white and gold sari with silver jewellery, a flower-decked hair crown, and a white garland, with one hand raised. Orange marigold offerings and red flowers are at their feet. No living people are visible.

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A gilded metal murti of a seated deity pair framed by palm fronds inside a shrine niche. The male figure wears an orange-red turban and orange silk dhoti, holds a rattle-like drum in one raised hand, and makes a blessing gesture with the other. He is adorned with white jasmine garlands, marigold garlands and layered jewellery. Beside him sits a female figure in a white sari with gold border, bedecked with garlands and silver necklaces, her hand raised in a gesture. The figures rest on a gilded lotus-shaped pedestal, and a corner of a white-clad person with flowers is visible at the lower right edge.2007-05-28Two gilded metal deity murti stand on a raised ledge beneath palm fronds at night. The figure on the left wears an orange and red turban-like crown, a red shawl, orange-gold lower garment, and layered necklaces and bangles, with one hand raised in blessing. Beside it, a female deity murti wears a white sari with gold border, a dark hair bun with white flower adornment, and strands of white jasmine garlands with red and orange flowers draped over both figures. The setting appears to be a temple colonnade with carved stone.2007-05-28Two gold-coloured deity murtis stand together under palm fronds in a temple setting. The figure on the left has a tall gold crown, an orange and red turban-like headdress, a jewelled gold necklace with layered pendants, and an orange silk dhoti, raising one hand in abhaya gesture and holding a small drum-like object. The figure on the right wears a white silk sari with gold borders, gold jewellery including a choker and earrings, and a flower-decorated black hairstyle. Both are draped in long garlands of white jasmine flowers with red blooms. Pictured as a photograph of the statues.2007-05-28A photograph of a gilded murti pair seated side by side before a backdrop of palm fronds. The male deity wears an orange turban and an orange-and-gold dhoti, holds a trident-like staff in one hand, and shows abhaya mudra with the other; he is adorned with layered diamond-studded necklaces and garlands of white jasmine with red flowers. The female figure wears a white sari with gold borders, a jewelled headpiece with white flowers, and similar garlands. In front, a gold kalasha-like vessel with a jewelled band and a silver-and-gold lingam-shaped form stands on a white cloth, draped in white jasmine garlands. No living people are visible.2007-05-28A photograph of a golden metal deity murti pair seated on a gilded pedestal inside a shrine, framed by palm fronds. The figure on the left wears an orange and red turban, orange silk dhoti, jewelled armbands and bangles, and holds a golden ceremonial staff topped with a small emblem. The figure on the right wears a white sari with a gold border, a flower garland, and jewelled necklaces, with one hand raised. Both are draped in white and orange flower garlands with marigold strands.2007-05-28A photograph of a golden murti pair seated on a raised pedestal draped in white cloth, decorated with white jasmine garlands and green leaf strands, framed by fresh coconut palm fronds. The figure on the left wears an orange turban, a heavy silver necklace and an orange dhoti, and holds a trident-like staff in one hand while the other hand is raised in blessing. The figure on the right has dark hair with a white flower adornment, wears a white and gold sari, and holds a white cloth. A deity murti pair is shown; no physical people are visible. Soft warm lighting from below.2007-05-28May 25 20072007-05-25Two gilded deity murti figures are decorated for worship, set in front of a backdrop of palm fronds. The figure on the left wears a tall golden crown, an orange-red headcloth, a heavy ornate gold and jewelled necklace and a white garment with gold borders, and raises one hand. The figure on the right has dark hair adorned with white flowers, a gold headpiece, a white and gold sari-style garment and multiple white and red flower garlands draped over the shoulders and arms. Both figures are adorned with flower garlands and jewellery, and a small golden object sits at the left edge. No live people are visible.2007-05-28A gilded murti of a seated deity couple on a golden pedestal, set against green palm fronds. The male figure wears a tall conical crown with an orange-red headcloth, an orange and gold dhoti, and a jewelled necklace, holding a small trident-like staff in one raised hand. The female figure beside him has dark hair with a white flower band, gold jewellery and a white sari with gold border, and wears a long white and red-flowered garland draped across both figures. Garlands of white jasmine and red flowers adorn the statues.2007-05-28A photograph of two gilded metal murtis seated side by side under palm fronds in a temple hall. The left figure, a male deity murti, wears an orange-red turban, an orange-red dhoti with gold border, a red sash, and a broad gold necklace; his right hand is raised in blessing. The right figure, a female deity murti, wears a white sari with a gold border, a gold necklace and a gold head ornament. Both are garlanded with white jasmine and red flower garlands, and they sit on a gold lotus-petal pedestal. The figures are statues, not living people.2007-05-28A golden murti of a seated deity pair, a male figure in an orange dhoti and orange turban with a crown, holding a trident-like staff in one hand, and a female figure in a white sari with gold border and a flower crown. Both are adorned with layered gold necklaces, garlands of white jasmine and red flowers, and bangles. They sit before a small lingam with a white cloth and garland, framed by large palm fronds. This is a statue, not living people.2007-05-28Two silver-faced deity murti seated side by side on a gold-and-yellow draped dais in front of a red velvet backdrop and an ornate gold arch. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban with a jewelled crown ornament, a red garment and heavy silver jewellery, and holds a silver trident-like staff. The figure on the right wears a white dhoti and an elaborate jewelled headdress with layered pearl and gem necklaces, holding a silver object. Both are decorated with flower garlands in red and yellow, and a green leaf-covered vessel appears at lower right. No physical people are visible.2010-07-13