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A white marble statue of a seated figure in a red saffron-toned robe and red head covering, with a red bindi on the forehead, hand raised in a gesture of greeting or blessing. The statue is heavily garlanded with white jasmine strands, yellow marigold garlands and red carnation garlands, with pink flower petals and bananas placed below. Brass ceremonial objects and a brocade maroon cloth appear behind. Scattered flowers and offerings surround it, consistent with worship. The statue is a depiction, not a living person, so no physical people are counted.

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January 31 20092009-01-31December 15 20112011-12-15 +1 copiesA white marble statue of a seated sage is the central subject, shown with a raised right hand in a blessing gesture. The figure wears a red turban with a red bindi, a red shawl over white robes, and a gold bead mala. A purple velvet panel with jewelled embroidery and gold brocade borders frames the chest. Yellow and purple flower garlands and red roses hang around the figure. In the foreground a polished brass vessel with a spout sits in front of brass bowls, and a gilded carved backdrop and pink fabric surround the statue.2010-08-28A white marble statue of a seated sage in a red-orange robe and matching red turban with a red bindi on the forehead, right hand raised in a blessing gesture, wearing a gold pendant necklace. The statue sits on a white draped platform with a red and gold brocade cushion and a silver-toned ornate backrest. Garlands of yellow marigolds and red flowers hang around it, and a larger deity or figure behind it is draped with a pink fabric and a gold bowl. Brass lamps, a brass kalasha-style pot and a silver covered vessel rest in the foreground. No living people are visible.2009-09-06A white marble statue of a seated figure in an orange saffron turban and orange robe, with a red bindi on the forehead and rudraksha beads on the chest. The raised right hand is in a blessing gesture, and the statue is draped with garlands of white jasmine, yellow marigold, purple flowers and red roses, with loose petals scattered on the pedestal. The statue sits on a white and gold pedestal against a plain grey wall, with a small purple and white bird logo at the upper left.2010-02-18October 02 20082008-10-02A white statue of a seated female deity or saint figure is heavily adorned with garlands of yellow and white chrysanthemums and red roses. The figure wears a red shawl draped over the head and a red garment with a gold chain and large gold pendant. A gold-embroidered red cloth covers the lap, and a small oil lamp burns in the foreground beside a brass lamp stand. The setting appears to be a devotional altar with flowers and lamplight. No physical people are visible; the statue is the only figure.2008-10-02A white marble statue of a seated sage in saffron-orange robes, with an orange head wrap and a red bindi, raises its right hand in blessing. The statue is heavily garlanded with yellow marigolds, red roses and white flowers, and wears a golden necklace. Behind it stands a red-draped throne backdrop with more garlands. In the foreground are brass vessels, a brass lamp stand, a bowl of flower petals and a green silk cloth. No physical people are visible.2010-12-28A white marble statue of a seated figure in maroon-red robes and a matching maroon head wrap with a small red bindi, raising its right hand in abhaya mudra. A gold-toned beaded mala with a golden pendant hangs at the chest. White jasmine garlands and red rose garlands drape the figure and shoulders, and a crystal-embellished maroon throne backrest with yellow marigold garlands appears behind. A brass oil lamp stands at the right edge. The statue, not a living person, is the main subject.2009-06-30A white marble statue of a seated figure in an orange turban and orange saffron-coloured robe with gold brocade border, raising one hand in blessing. A gold pendant on a beaded chain hangs at the chest and a red tilak marks the forehead. Garlands of yellow and red flowers drape around the statue, and a larger deity murti with gold crown and jewelled ornaments stands behind. Brass bowls sit at the sides of the seat, and the setting is a temple shrine with elaborate silk and jewelled decoration.2010-10-03A white marble statue of a smiling figure, raising its right hand in blessing, wears a bright pink turban and pink draped garment. Its neck and chest are adorned with rudraksha beads, strands of white pearls, and green pendants, and it is garlanded with yellow marigold strands. A red bindi mark sits on the forehead. Background shows blurred pink and yellow flowers. The statue is a depiction, not a living person.2011-11-21A photograph of a devotional shrine decorated with garlands. In the centre, a white marble statue of a seated figure wears a red turban and red robe, with a white jasmine garland and yellow and red flower garlands; its right hand is raised in blessing. To its right stands a bronze deity murti with a crown, ornate jewelled chest ornament and a pink garland of pink and white flowers, holding a staff. Behind them hang magenta silk drapes with gold border. Brass vessels, a silver bowl and small steel dishes with red powder sit at the base among flowers. The statues are not physical people, so no people are present.2009-01-31