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A decorated deity murti of Ananda Saraswati seated on a floral-garlanded throne under a colourful canopy with red and white lotus-shaped top. The figure holds a veena and wears a white and orange sari with gold jewellery and a crown. Yellow and red marigold garlands frame the figure, with brass oil lamps, bowls of rice and fruit, coconuts and flowers arranged on a green cloth in front. A navy blue backdrop hangs behind, with decorated banners at each side and a placard reading Ananda Saraswati. No people are visible in the scene.

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A decorated metal murti of Saraswati seated on a cushioned purple base inside a floral arch of yellow marigolds, red and white flowers and green leaves. The deity holds a veena across her body and a rudraksha mala in one raised hand, wearing a red and gold jewelled blouse, a white sari with an orange border and heavy gold ornaments and a crown. A gold-framed white placard reads ANANDA SARASWATI in front of offerings of sliced coconut, fruit, rice and bowls on a green cloth, with a brass lamp to the right. No people are visible.2008-10-06A decorated deity murti of Saraswati seated on a throne framed by garlands of yellow marigolds, green leaves and red and white flowers. She holds a veena and wears a white and orange sari with silver and gold jewelry. Brass oil lamps, bowls of rice, coconuts, fruit, a brass bell and flower offerings stand on a green cloth-covered table before the altar. Two ornate red and gold canopy-shaped stands flank the altar, and a multicolored fringed canopy hangs above. A name plate reads Ananda Saraswati. No people are visible.2008-10-06A photograph of a decorated deity murti seated at the centre of a shrine, framed by a dense garland of red, yellow and green flowers. The figure wears a pink sari, a purple blouse, layered pearl and gold necklaces, and a jewelled crown, and holds a tall staff topped with a green palm frond. Brass oil lamps stand on either side, and a brass tray arranged with bowls of grain, fruit, sweets and flower offerings sits on a red and gold cloth. Ceremonial fans with red, yellow and blue painted panels frame the altar against a deep blue velvet backdrop, with a striped canopy overhead. A partially visible person in orange clothing appears at the left edge.2008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01October 01 20082008-10-01A decorated deity murti seated on a golden-patterned throne under a large multicoloured canopy with a white lotus-shaped top. The figure wears a green and gold blouse, a red and gold skirt and an elaborate silver-toned crown, draped in long garlands of yellow, red, orange and green flowers. Brass and copper vessels, lamps, fruit and food offerings sit on a red-gold draped table in front. Side umbrellas with embroidered floral patterns and decorated pillars frame the altar against a dark blue backdrop, with pedestal fans visible. No people are present.2008-10-02October 02 20082008-10-02October 01 20082008-10-01A decorated deity murti is seated on a red-draped platform under a multicoloured fringed canopy with a white and red lotus-like top. The figure is draped in garlands of yellow, green, red and white flowers and wears a gold-embellished green and gold bodice, layered necklaces and a tall ornate crown. Brass oil lamps and metal offering bowls stand on the platform, with ornate banners and a black backdrop behind. No people are visible.2008-10-02A richly adorned deity murti stands centrally against a dark backdrop, draped in layered garlands of yellow, red, green and white flowers. The figure wears an ornate silver-and-gold embellished bodice, a green blouse with red sleeves, a red and gold patterned skirt, and a tall ornate crown. A staff or sceptre is held in one hand. Brass oil lamps and offering vessels sit at its base, flanked by decorative triangular canopy panels in red, orange and blue fabric with floral motifs. The setting suggests a puja or alankaram decoration of a deity murti.2008-10-02A decorated deity murti is seated on a red and gold throne at the centre of a dark draped altar during Navaratri celebrations. The figure wears a red and gold garment, layered gold necklaces and a tall floral crown, and holds a sugarcane stalk and ceremonial objects. Red, yellow and orange marigold garlands frame the figure. Brass oil lamps and offering vessels stand in front, and a red and gold canopy hangs overhead. Painted decorative cloth panels with floral and bird motifs flank the altar. No people are visible in the frame.2008-10-01A richly decorated seated deity murti is the central subject, adorned with a large arch of marigold and garland strands in yellow, red, green and white. The figure wears a gold and jewelled crown, layered gold necklaces, a green and blue blouse and a red-and-gold patterned skirt, and holds a staff. Brass oil lamps, bowls of fruit and offerings, and a silver cup stand on a red-draped altar in front. Two decorative yellow umbrella-like canopies with red and floral motifs flank the figure against a dark blue backdrop. No people are visible.2008-10-02