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Two ornate deity murti stand side by side within a gold-carved arched shrine niche against a deep red curtain, lit by pink and magenta light. Both figures wear tall crowns, layered necklaces, coin-studded garlands, and silk garments in gold and purple borders. The left figure raises a hand in blessing, while the right holds a ritual object at its chest. In the foreground, a folded golden cloth and a small decorative item sit near the base. No people are visible.

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Two decorated metal murti figures stand against a deep red velvet backdrop. The figure on the left wears a saffron-orange turban with a crescent ornament and jewelled crown, a red garment with rhinestone-studded shoulder ornaments, and green and red gem necklaces, and holds a ceremonial implement. The figure on the right wears an ornate jewelled crown with a crescent, large jhumka earrings, layered pearl and gem necklaces and a magenta garment. Garlands of yellow and pink flowers appear at the right edge. Both figures are polished gold-toned statues rather than living people, and no ritual activity is visible.2010-09-15Two gold-plated deity murtis seated side by side in a gilded arched shrine against a deep red backdrop. The figure on the left wears a pink turban with a jewelled ornament and a heavy jewelled necklace; the figure on the right wears a tall golden crown and a multi-strand jewelled necklace. Both are adorned with sparkling gemstones, and a garland of yellow, white and purple flowers hangs at the right edge. Blurred gold ritual implements sit in the foreground. No people are visible.2010-11-05February 06 20132013-02-06November 07 20102010-11-07Close-up photograph of two ornately decorated metal murti statues in a temple setting against a deep red velvet curtain. The figure on the left wears a bright orange turban with a jeweled crown and crescent ornament, a red-orange garment, multiple jeweled necklaces and a raised hand holding a small staff. The figure on the right wears a tall jeweled crown, a magenta and orange sari-style garment, layered gold necklaces and large earrings. Both faces are polished gold-toned metal with painted eyes and lips. Fresh yellow and magenta flower garlands appear at the right edge, and a gold-toned ornament is visible in the upper right corner.2010-09-15May 23 20152015-05-23Two metal utsava murti deities stand side by side before a red draped backdrop framed by an ornate gold arch. The male deity wears a crown and ornate red and green jewelled necklaces, holds a trident and a silver-embellished hand, and has a rudraksha-like adornment; the female deity wears a jewelled crown, a pearl-and-bead necklace, and a pink-red silk sari with gold border. Both are garlanded with purple and yellow flower garlands and green leaves. The setting appears to be a temple sanctum with stone walls above.2012-04-07Two gilded metal deity murtis seated side by side against a gold silk backdrop inside an ornate golden arch. The left figure wears a red, green and black turban with a jewelled ornament and holds a trident-like staff; the right figure wears a tall jewelled crown and holds a rod. Both wear layered gold necklaces, red and white floral garlands, and blue and dark-green draped garments with embroidery. A small bird perches near the left figure's shoulder. No physical people are present.2013-02-05Two gilded metal murti statues of a male and female deity stand before a bright red satin drapery. The male figure wears a red turban with a pearl-and-jewel brooch, a lavender-blue garment, layered rudraksha-style beaded malas and jewelled earrings, and holds a sceptre-like staff. The female figure wears a red and gold crown, a green embroidered sari with a pearl necklace and long pearl strands, a nose ring and red-painted lips, with white flower garlands draped over both figures. Red roses and foliage fill the lower frame. These are statues, not living people.2013-06-23October 11 20102010-10-11Two gilded deity murtis (statues) are shown in close view against a deep red velvet backdrop framed by ornate gold carving. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a crescent ornament, a jeweled teal-and-gold chest covering, layered necklaces and a raised hand holding a trident-like staff. The figure on the right wears a tall jeweled crown, a blue silk garment with gold border, layered gem necklaces and holds a tall trident. Both are draped with garlands of yellow, red and purple flowers. Statues only; no physical people are visible.2010-10-09September 19 20142014-09-19