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A gilded statue of a seated figure is displayed under an ornate gold arch, framed by garlands of yellow marigolds and red and white flowers. The figure wears a bright orange turban with jeweled ornaments, a cream gold-threaded tunic with a maroon shawl, and jeweled bracelets. The right hand is raised in a blessing gesture, and a bronze trident-like staff stands at the left. No physical people are visible; the figure is a statue or murti.

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December 27 20082008-12-27A metallic statue of a seated figure in a bright orange-red turban with a jeweled crown ornament, wearing a gold-and-cream tunic with gold embroidery, a sparkling jeweled necklace, and an orange lower garment. The raised right hand shows an ornate jeweled palm, and the left hand rests on the knee. The figure is decorated with yellow and white marigold garlands, flanking metallic ritual objects and a brass ceremonial fan, set against a gold-framed arch with a dark backdrop. The statue is a depiction, not a living person.2008-12-27December 27 20082008-12-27December 27 20082008-12-27 +1 copiesDecember 26 20082008-12-26December 26 20082008-12-26A close photograph of a golden metal deity murti, its face turned to the side, wearing an orange-red turban with a pearl tassel and a jewelled ornament at the brow. It has jewelled earrings, a jewelled necklace, and an ornate silver-and-gold armlet on the upper arm. The murti is framed by red, yellow and white flower garlands and draped in orange and green cloth with gold shimmer. The hand raised in front holds a jewelled silver ornamental piece studded with coloured stones. No people are visible; the statue is the only figure in the scene.2011-11-30A metal deity murti with a polished copper-gold face wears an orange silk turban decorated with a peacock feather, jewelled brooch and sparkling ornaments. The figure is adorned with layered jewelled necklaces in red, green and white stones, large paisley earrings, and a jewelled cream-and-gold garment with red underlay. Its raised right hand is encrusted with stones. Marigold and mixed flower garlands in yellow, red and purple surround the figure against a dark background.2008-12-26Two golden deity murti statues decorated for festival worship, seated side by side under an ornate gilded arch. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a peacock feather, a red and gold ornate bodice, layered silver-gold necklaces, and raises a jeweled hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears a red and gold garment, a red-and-gold crown, and holds a small ornamental object, with heavy gold jewelry. Garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers and purple blooms drape across them, and a golden trident-like object stands at the left edge. These are statues, not living people.2008-12-26A close-up photograph of a golden deity murti, a Hindu idol with a copper-toned face, red lips and large eyes, wearing a red-orange turban topped with a jewelled ornament. It has layered rudraksha malas, white and red beaded garlands, and blue-and-white circular ornaments on its chest. Large beaded earrings hang from its ears. One gilded hand is raised in abhaya mudra and the other holds a staff. Behind it are curtains of orange cloth framed by red, yellow and purple flower garlands. No physical people are visible.2013-11-02January 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesA gilded metal statue of a man, not a living person, is shown in close frontal view decorated for a festival. The figure wears a bright orange turban with a peacock feather and a jewelled brooch, a red garment under a cream and gold-bordered shawl, and heavy layered necklaces and a large jewelled chest piece studded with stones and pearls. Yellow and purple marigold and white jasmine garlands frame the figure against a dark background. A few gold ornaments appear at the lower right. a person cues are not clearly visible on the statue, so the identity is uncertain.2008-12-26