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Close photo of two gilded deity murti figures decorated for a festival, surrounded by dense bands of marigold, red rose and white flower garlands. The upright figure in the back wears a green and gold embroidered garment with a jewelled crown, multi-coloured gem necklaces and a red sash. The reclining or seated figure in front wears a blue garment heavily embellished with gold and jewelled borders, an orange cloth draped over its head and shoulders, and a green cloth beneath. Ornate jewellery and bangles are visible throughout. No physical people are visible.

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October 05 20082008-10-05A richly decorated festival tableau of deity murtis framed by arching garlands of red roses, white and yellow marigolds, and green leaves. A standing figure with a long braid, green and red-orange sari-style dress and heavy gold jewellery holds a lotus-like pink flower and a red-tipped staff, while a seated figure in blue with gold ornaments, an orange turban and a gold crown leans toward her. No physical people are visible; both are statues. The floral arch is set against a backdrop with a colourful patterned cloth at the top right.2008-10-05A photograph of a decorated deity murti lying on a pink and gold cushioned bed amid dense garlands of red, yellow, white and green flowers arranged in arching rows. The reclining figure wears a blue body with gold ornaments, jewelled bangles and an elaborate gold crown. Beside it stands a second adorned murti in a green and orange sari-like garment with a red flower in the hair, wearing heavy gold necklaces and a sweeping braid. A brass lamp stand sits at lower right, and a wall fan and a colourful cloth hanging appear in the background. No physical people are visible.2008-10-05November 27 20122012-11-27A decorated deity murti pair seen closely, two carved faces framed by heavy garlands of yellow and orange marigold-like flowers, red and green fabric flowers, and purple blossoms. The left figure wears a red and gold jewelled bodice, a large red-and-gold crown with a round ornament, and a red tilak on the forehead. The right figure wears a pink crown, layered pearl and stone necklaces, and pink flowers in the hair. Scattered coins, white jasmine strands and rich ornamentation surround them. No physical people are visible.Photo 11735958Photo 11734728Photo 11683923Photo 11725451A photograph of a deity murti of Vishnu reclining on a serpent bed, shown as Anantashayana, with a red and pink cushioned couch. A female figure in a green blouse and pink-and-orange skirt stands at the left, attending near the reclining figure. The reclining murti wears blue skin tones, gold ornaments and a crown, and is framed by a large arch of garlands in yellow, red, white and purple. Brass oil lamps sit in the foreground beside the couch. A striped cloth with floral motifs hangs on the right and a fan is visible at the top right.2008-10-05April 20 20132013-04-20November 18 20132013-11-18