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A river bathing scene in bright daylight. In the foreground, a figure with long dark hair, wearing a maroon-brown garment, a heavy gold ceremonial necklace and rudraksha-style beads, stands waist-deep in water with arms outstretched, surrounded by devotees. Behind, a man in white with a gold-bordered dhoti and a red shawl and another in white with gold trim take part, while a man in yellow shirts and a woman in maroon with gold jewellery stand nearby. A ceremonial staff with a golden top is held upright at left. Boats, a floating barrier of drums, flags and a pink temple structure appear in the background.

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