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Close view of a deity murti's lower body standing on a gold pedestal before a gold-framed niche. The figure wears a rust-brown dhoti and an ornate white-and-gold jewelled necklace and anklets. Long garlands of yellow marigolds, red roses and white flowers with green leaves hang on both sides. A draped blue and gold brocade cloth lies at the base. Red curtains form the backdrop. No people are visible.

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December 02 20172017-12-02A metal murti of a deity stands under a gilded arch framed with ornate golden repoussé panels, draped in heavy garlands of white jasmine, yellow marigolds and red roses. The deity wears a tall crown, layered silver necklaces and ornaments, and an orange-red cloth draped across its shoulders. A small brass kalasha or lamp sits at its base among the flowers, and fresh leaves lie in front. The setting is an outdoor courtyard with potted plants and paving. No people are visible in the frame.2013-01-15Close-up photo of a pair of ornate gold footwear. The gold pieces have carved, scalloped and beaded designs set with green and red stones, and are scattered with yellow and red flower petals. Behind them, a gold-trimmed maroon silk garment and a gold pillar-like base are visible. No people are visible in the frame. Photograph watermarked by the archive is omitted.2015-11-24Close photo of a deity murti or ceremonial figure seated on a white satin-draped throne, decorated with yellow and magenta marigold garlands and green leaves. The figure wears a red and orange headcloth with a jeweled band and a large blue and silver jeweled ornament on the chest with gold brocade. A bare golden foot rests on a gold-toned footstool or platform, beside a blue silk garment edged with gold zari border. A gold-tipped staff stands beside the throne. No physical people are clearly visible; the figure appears to be a statue or idol.2011-02-25November 25 20172017-11-25November 11 20172017-11-11 +1 copiesA standing deity murti decorated for worship, framed by thick garlands of yellow marigolds, red roses and green leaves. The figure wears a tall black and gold crown, a pink silk garment with gold border, and layered gold and jewelled necklaces set with red and green stones. Two hands hold ceremonial objects, and a blue silk cloth with gold stripes drapes over the base in front. A golden ornamental stand and a ceremonial umbrella-like frame appear at the foot.2012-10-22October 22 20122012-10-22November 11 20172017-11-11June 03 20152015-06-03December 17 20102010-12-17A photograph of metal deity murtis rotated sideways, dressed in dense garlands of red, yellow, purple, green and white flowers. A standing silver-and-gold deity with a tall ornate crown and a trident-like weapon is flanked by smaller murtis wearing silver jewellery and a red-and-white cloth. A striped floral rangoli-style garland pattern covers the altar behind them, with a carved golden frame at the right edge. No physical people are visible.2013-11-17