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Two gilded deity murtis are seated side by side in an ornate golden arched shrine framed with marigold and jasmine garlands. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban and a cream-gold garment with a jewelled necklace, raising one hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears a red sari, a tall crown and layered silver-gold jewellery, holding a small staff. A string of pink rudraksha-like beads hangs between them, and orange-yellow and purple flower garlands drape the seat. No living people are visible.

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Photograph of two life-size golden-toned statues seated side by side in an ornate gilded arched alcove, decorated with dense garlands of yellow marigolds, white jasmine, purple and magenta flowers, and a hanging string of rudraksha beads. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban with a gold forehead ornament, a cream-gold robe with gold embroidery, a multi-strand jewelled necklace, and raises one hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears a red sari, a tall black-and-silver crown, large pendant earrings, layered gold and silver necklaces, and holds a sceptre-like object. A small orange-turbaned figure sits in front of them on a golden cushion.2008-12-27A photograph of two decorated metal or bronze figures seated side by side in a festooned shrine arch. The male figure on the left wears an orange-red turban with jeweled ornaments, a cream-coloured robe and an embellished necklace; he raises his right hand in blessing. The female figure on the right wears a crown, layered silver-toned necklaces, earrings, an orange-red blouse and holds a stem or staff. Both are garlanded with yellow and magenta marigold strands, and a rudraksha bead garland hangs down the centre, with an orange cloth and a green-stoned ornament at the base. These are deity murti, not living people.2008-12-27Two gilded deity murti figures seated side by side under a golden arched canopy, decorated with thick garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers and magenta blossoms. The figure on the left wears an orange turban, cream robe with a maroon shawl, a jewelled necklace and bangles, and raises one hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears an orange-red sari with heavy gold necklaces and a jewelled crown, and holds a lotus-like object in one hand. Offerings of green and white flower decorations rest in front. No living people are visible; the figures are statues in a festival procession setting.2008-12-27December 26 20082008-12-26December 27 20082008-12-27A photograph of two golden-toned deity murti seated side by side on a decorated throne-like platform, framed by garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and white jasmine. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, a red blouse, heavy sequined and jewelled necklaces and a cream dhoti-style garment. The figure on the right wears a red sari with a red-and-gold crown, layered gold necklaces, a white floral garland at the waist and holds a small ornate staff. A brass lamp-like vessel and a peacock-feather fan appear at the edges. Gold arch above and draped red fabric behind.2008-12-26A decorated golden murti pair of deities stands in an ornate golden arched niche, draped in marigold and multicolored flower garlands. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, red and gold ornate necklaces, and a cream dhoti, raising one hand in abhaya mudra while holding a staff. The figure on the right wears a black crown with a red flower, gold jewelry, and a red blouse, holding a lotus-like object. A brass kalasha-style object and a basket of offerings sit at the lower right. This is a photograph of deity murtis, not living people.2008-12-26 +1 copiesA photograph of two golden-faced murti figures seated side by side on a decorated throne-like seat, framed by thick garlands of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and white jasmine. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock-feather crest, a red bodice with heavy gold and jewelled ornaments, and cream dhoti-style silk with gold borders. The figure on the right wears a red sari with gold border, a jewelled crown with a red and white flower garland, and layered gold necklaces. Both raise one hand in a blessing gesture. A golden arch and a peacock-feather fan sit behind them. These are statues, not living people, so no physical people are present.2008-12-26December 27 20082008-12-27Two silver metal deity murtis stand side by side, framed by garlands of yellow chrysanthemums, white jasmine and red roses. The figure on the left wears an orange turban and orange shawl, a jewelled crown-like headpiece, a heavy multi-strand necklace and a red-and-gold garment, and raises one hand in abhaya mudra. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled crown, large earrings, pearl and gem necklaces and a green and gold sari-like garment. Both are decorated with flower garlands for a temple worship setting. The statues are not living people.2011-12-09 +1 copiesSeptember 03 20072007-09-03September 03 20142014-09-03