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A seated figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban sits on an ornate golden armchair with carved dark wooden arms, a white jasmine garland draped over the shoulders and a purple cushion behind. A younger attendant in orange robes and a gold-beaded necklace stands behind, and devotees in white clothes, including an older woman with gold bangles, bend forward offering yellow flowers. Overhead hang string lights and yellow garlands, and a decorated white-and-gold stage backdrop surrounds the scene. a person is the seated saffron-robed central figure, shown receiving honour as a devotee-led welcome.

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A seated figure on a gilded throne-like seat is decorated with long strings of golden-yellow beads, gold medallion ornaments and a crimson-and-gold headpiece, wearing saffron-orange robes with an orange head covering. Behind him a backdrop of marigold and red flower garlands, yellow fruit and greenery frames the seat. Around him, a bald older man in white dress kneels and reaches toward the seated figure's feet, while a man in saffron robes at right adjusts the orange cloth and holds a flower garland. Gold and fruit offerings sit at the left edge. The seated figure smiles broadly.2011-07-15July 15 20112011-07-15A seated figure in an orange saffron robe with a long orange shawl and a wooden bead necklace sits on a gold upholstered throne with carved black armrests, smiling, with long dark hair swept back and a red bindi. A man in a white kurta kneels before the throne on the stage, clasping the seated figure's hand and offering something. A second man in orange kneels to the left wearing a garland, and another orange-clad attendant stands behind. Marigold flowers lie on the stage, and a microphone stand stands at right against a pastel painted backdrop. The seated figure has distinctive long hair, saffron robes and a bead necklace, a Swamiji (probable) cue, presented as the honoured figure on the throne.2010-02-12A seated man in orange robes with a long white flower garland sits on a white-draped couch with gold-bordered cloth and pink cushions, hands pressed together in greeting and smiling. Behind him stands another man in orange robes with his hands clasped at his chest. A man in a white shirt and cream trousers leans in and touches the head of a woman in a gold-and-cream sari who bows before the seated man. Orange and white marigold and jasmine garlands hang on the wall behind, and rose petals lie on the floor in front. The seated man has long swept-back hair and distinctive orange-and-gold ceremonial clothing, but the appearance is not conclusive, so the identity is left unsure.2009-07-27A seated man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate gold throne with carved scrollwork and a red cushion, smiling as a man in a white shirt and white dhoti drapes him with a long garland of white, pink and red flowers. On the left, two men in white clothes stand near a stack of books and a silver tray holding petals; one wears a rudraksha mala. On the right, a man in orange robes with a wrap stands with hands joined in greeting. The setting is a plain cream-walled room. The seated figure has long swept-back hair and distinctive saffron robes, rudraksha and a garland, consistent with the Swamiji (probable) candidate, presented as being honoured on a throne.2009-08-09A seated long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes and a long yellow-beaded garland sits on an ornate gold throne decorated with white flowers, red hibiscus and garlands, with a carved lion-like figure at the base. A grey-bearded man in an orange robe and white dhoti stands behind holding a silver tray. A man in white kneels at the right in front of the throne, bowing with head lowered. Other men in white kurtas and orange robes stand in the background, one holding a video camera. Floral garlands and a brass pot appear near the throne. Swamiji (probable): the seated figure wears saffron robes, a long yellow-beaded garland and has long hair, with a gold throne and floral decoration; this is an appearance-based candidate.2006-07-11Night outdoor event with a large crowd seated and standing behind barricades under stage lights and strings of yellow lanterns. In the foreground a figure in saffron-orange robes and an orange turban, wearing a long white flower garland and a sleeveless saffron top, sits on a gold-cushioned seat with a red velvet cloth, smiling and gesturing with a raised hand toward devotees. A bowl of red apples sits on a tray in front, with another tray of offerings nearby. Devotees in white clothes and a woman in a patterned maroon top with hair in a bun kneel or stand with palms pressed together in greeting. Several volunteers in white shirts stand around the seat, and palm fronds decorate the background.2010-01-08November 18 20052005-11-18A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate gold throne with carved floral and deity motifs, draped in fresh garlands of white and red flowers and strewn with petals. The seated man wears an orange saffron robe, a white flower garland and an orange shawl, with dark shoulder-length hair. Around the throne, a woman in a white sari with a gold border bends forward with her hands near the petals, while two men in orange robes stand at the sides, one bending over at the lower left. A red cushion and red and gold drapery decorate the throne, and gold-and-silver patterned hangings frame the background.2008-07-17A photograph of a ceremony in a plain room with a white wall decorated with red and green lotus borders. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes with a white and multicoloured flower garland and a green-edged shawl sits on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, his hand raised in blessing. A devotee in orange robes kneels at his feet and touches them, while another robed man in orange stands beside a microphone stand holding a gold-coloured item and wears a gold necklace. A woman in a white sari with a red bindi stands at left covering her mouth, and a man in a red sari appears at the far left edge; an older man with white hair stands in the background. Two other people in orange robes sit at right. Red flowers lie on the carpet. Visible physical people: about seven.2009-12-26Night photo of a ceremonial reception on a red-carpeted stage decorated with marigold festoons and white paper lace. A seated figure on an ornate gold throne wears an orange turban, orange robes, and a long white flower garland. Around them, men in orange robes and rudraksha malas attend, one kneeling to offer something, and devotees in white shirts and mundus kneel and touch the seated figure's hands. A bald devotee in glasses occupies the right foreground, and a bright stage light stands at left. Marigold petals are scattered on the floor.2010-01-08Night photograph of an outdoor evening event lit by bright floodlights, with a large dense crowd of devotees filling the grounds behind rows of white barricades. In the foreground, a man with a shaved head and white tilak, wearing saffron robes and a rudraksha mala, stands at left. Beside him, a person in an orange-saffron turban and orange robes, with a long white jasmine garland around the neck, sits smiling on a yellow-cushioned throne-like chair while a devotee in white shirt bows and touches the head. A plate of apples is offered on a tray held before the seated figure. A woman in white sari with pink-shawled companion stands nearby with hands folded. Strings of festive pennants and small lights decorate the stage area. A banner with a portrait is visible at upper left.2010-01-08