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A photograph of a devotee in an orange-red top and draped orange cloth applying a finishing touch to a large deity murti decorated with a black crown and crescent ornament, jewelled earrings, layered gold and silver necklaces, and a garlanded body of yellow, red and green flowers. The murti's face is painted orange with kumkum-style markings and it stands before a gold-framed backdrop in a dark setting with colourful painted pillars at left. The devotee's hand rests on the murti's neck and cheek while the other hand touches its brow. Only the devotee is a physical person; the murti is a statue.

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A photograph of a person with long dark hair, wearing a red sleeveless top and an orange wrap, reaching toward a large decorated deity murti. The murti has an orange painted face, a black and gold crown, silver and jewelled ornaments, and a dark red garment, surrounded by yellow, red and green flower garlands. The person's hands rest near the murti's face while holding a gold ornamental object, possibly part of a puja or alankaram. Behind them hang colourful painted banners and a gold canopy against a dark curtain.2007-11-26A person with long, dark, loose hair and bare shoulders, wearing an orange-red cloth, applies a white paste mark to the forehead of a large deity murti. The murti has an orange face, black painted eyebrows, a black headdress with silver and jewelled ornaments, a gold crown, and is adorned with yellow, red and green garlands and a jewelled necklace. Behind it are colourful embroidered hanging panels with floral and bird motifs. The scene suggests a temple or puja setting.2007-11-26A photograph of a figure with long, dark, curly hair and bare upper body in a red sleeveless top with an orange wrap, touching the face of a large decorated deity murti. The murti has a painted orange-brown face with dark eyes, a black crown with gold and red ornaments, a crescent-moon ornament, layered silver and rhinestone necklaces, and a dark red garment. It stands before a golden canopy and is surrounded by garlands of yellow, red, white and green flowers. A brass lamp stand and colourful decorated pillars appear at the left. The scene suggests a ritual adornment or devotional act before the murti.2007-11-26A devotee in an orange-red top with long dark hair paints the mouth of a large deity murti with a fine brush. The murti has an orange face with bold black eyes, a tall black crown with silver ornaments, a silver necklace and a deep maroon garment. It is surrounded by yellow and red flower garlands and a golden backdrop, in dim lighting. The scene appears to be a ritual decoration of the murti.2007-11-26A close shot of a long-haired man seen from behind and to the side, bare-shouldered, with his hand raised to the face of a large painted deity murti. The murti has orange skin, black-outlined eyes, red lips, a tall black crown decorated with gold and jewelled ornaments, a crescent motif, and layered silver and jewelled necklaces. Green and yellow flower garlands and a gold-framed backdrop surround it, with a colourful floral cloth at the upper left. The man appears to be applying or adjusting makeup or a finishing touch on the murti's mouth, as part of ritual decoration. Only the man is a physical person; the murti is a statue.2007-11-26A man with long dark hair and a vibhuti mark on his forehead wears an orange saffron robe and a black rudraksha mala. He stands before a large deity murti decorated with a crown, silver jewelled necklaces, bangles and yellow and red flower garlands. He holds a small object in one hand and offerings in the other above a silver plate, apparently performing a puja. Behind him stand painted wooden pillars decorated with colourful floral and bird motifs, and a gold-framed backdrop.2007-11-26A photograph of a long-haired man in an orange-saffron robe and a dark rudraksha mala standing at left, reaching out to hold the golden staff of a large decorated deity murti. The murti has an orange face, a black crown with silver and gold ornaments, a silver necklace, and a red-and-maroon garment. It is surrounded by garlands of yellow and red-white-green flowers, and tall colourful cloth banners with floral and bird motifs stand behind. Gold-coloured ornamented fixtures appear at the top right. One person is visible.2007-11-26A person with long, loose dark hair and an orange-red sleeveless top stands in profile at left, reaching out with one hand toward a decorated deity murti. The murti wears an orange-faced head with a black crown ornamented with silver and rhinestone jewelry, a yellow and green floral garland, and rhinestone-studded adornments on the chest. A gold-toned ceremonial item rests in the foreground, and colorful patterned cloth hangs in the background. The figure appears to be adorning or touching the deity.2007-11-26A photograph of a woman with long dark curly hair in an orange-red sleeveless top and orange sari-style drape, adjusting or touching the head of a large decorated deity murti. The murti has an orange face, a tall ornate crown with gold and jewelled detailing, and a red garment with rhinestone-studded borders. Golden arms and hands of the figure are visible, and the surrounding area is hung with yellow, red, white and green flower garlands. Behind them are tall cloth-covered pillars decorated with floral and bird motifs. A semi-dark setting suggests a temple or ritual decoration space.2007-11-26A photograph of a man in an orange-saffron robe with a long dark rudraksha mala draped across his chest, standing at the right of a large ornately decorated deity murti. He reaches up with both hands, one touching the orange face area, the other on the golden arm; his hands show white powder or paste. The murti wears a gold crown, sparkling jewelled garments in red and gold, and is surrounded by yellow and red marigold garlands. Behind, tall decorative cylindrical cloth pillars with colourful painted motifs stand against a dark wall. Looks like a decoration or dressing ritual for the deity.2007-11-26A photograph of a woman with long curly dark hair in an orange-red sleeveless top and an orange wrap, smiling as she touches the orange-painted face of a large decorated deity murti with a crown and sequined red and gold garments. The murti is surrounded by colourful yellow, red and green flower garlands and cloth panels printed with elephants and flowers.2007-11-26A photograph of a man with long, swept-back dark hair in profile, wearing a red sleeveless top and an orange cloth draped at his waist. He reaches forward with both hands to touch the decorated front of a tall deity figure, which wears a black and red garment, silver-embroidered ornaments, a bracelet and a garland of yellow, green and red flowers. Behind them hang colourful textile banners with floral and bird patterns. The person appears to be performing a ritual touch or abhishekam-style offering before the murti.2007-11-26