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A photo of a ceremonial flower-offering scene in an indoor hall. A seated figure in white and saffron-coloured clothing wears a pink-and-gold turban and multiple garlands, sitting before a large curved backdrop of marigold and rose garlands. In front of the figure, a heap of yellow and red flowers is poured from woven baskets by two men in white dhotis and a woman in a white sari. A man on the left, with white dhoti and tilak, gestures with his hands. Golden thrones, brass lamps and a painted temple backdrop surround the scene.

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January 06 20132013-01-06A photograph of a seated figure on a gold-framed throne beneath a tall arch of marigolds in red, yellow, white and purple. The seated person wears a pink head wrap, a white dhoti and a garland of beads and flowers. A man in white clothing pours flowers from a woven basket onto a large heap of pink and yellow petals on the floor. On the left, women in white saris and one in a purple sari hold baskets of rose petals. A brass lamp stands on the right beside a gold throne with red cushions. The setting is a hall with carved stone pillars and green foliage visible through an open side.2013-01-06Devotees in white traditional clothing pour yellow marigold petals and tip wicker baskets over a seated figure on a golden throne, which is backed by a large golden kalasha-shaped peetha framed by a fan of yellow, red, purple and white flower garlands. A woman in a white sari kneels on a red patterned carpet gathering petals, while a man in a white dhoti and kurta lifts a basket above the seated figure. A saffron-robed person stands at the right edge. The seated figure wears a pink headwrap, orange cloth and a flower garland. The scene resembles a flower-offering ritual such as pushpa abhishekam.2013-01-06A photograph of a ritual offering at a temple-style shrine. A man in white dhoti and shirt bends forward, pouring yellow marigold flowers from a woven basket onto a decorated seated figure at the centre. The seated figure wears a pink turban, a gold-trimmed garland and a beaded necklace, and is framed by a large arc of red, yellow, white and purple flower garlands with a gold canopy behind. Women in white and cream saris stand to the left, holding baskets of marigolds. Brass oil lamps stand on the right beside a blue plastic chair, and a red floor carpet lies at the bottom. The a person candidate is not clearly identifiable from appearance alone.2013-01-06A photograph of a birthday-style honouring at a seated figure's throne, framed by a large arrangement of yellow, red, purple and white flower garlands. A man in a white dhoti and white shirt, bending forward, pours yellow marigold petals from a woven basket onto the floor before the throne. The seated person wears an orange-saffron cloth, a pink turban, a gold necklace and a garland, and is at the centre of the scene. To the left, women in white saris with gold borders stand watching, one holding a small object. Brass oil lamps stand on both sides of the throne, and a green forest-style backdrop and an air conditioner unit are visible at right.2013-01-06January 06 20132013-01-06A photograph of a seated figure on a golden throne decorated with a large arch of marigold garlands in yellow, purple, red and green. The central figure wears a pink and gold turban, a gold ceremonial necklace, a red and white flower garland and an orange cloth under white robes, holding flowers. Around the throne, several women in white and cream saris hold baskets of yellow marigold petals, and a man in white kurta stands at right holding a woven bamboo tray. Yellow marigolds are heaped at the throne's base, and a carved temple pillar stands behind them. A seated figure is visible, but the appearance is not clearly established for an identification.2013-01-06January 06 20132013-01-06A photograph of a birthday celebration at a temple-style hall. A smiling man seated on a gold-decorated throne wears a pink and gold turban, an ornate gold necklace, a rudraksha mala and a white shawl over a saffron-coloured garment, with a large floral arch of yellow, purple and red garlands behind him. A white-clad devotee in a white shirt and dhoti leans forward to place a woven basket of offerings in front of him, while a woman in a white sari with a pink border holds a large basket of flower-covered offerings at left. Marigold petals are scattered on the golden stand, and brass lamps stand at right. The seated man is an appearance-based probable Swamiji, with the turban, gold necklace and saffron clothing as cues.2013-01-06A seated man in a pink head wrap, orange-brown dhoti and white shawl sits on a gold throne before a large arch of yellow, orange, red and purple marigold garlands. He wears a red flower garland and a gold necklace and holds pink and white flowers. A man in white dhoti and shirt pours a heap of yellow marigolds from a woven basket onto the floor in front of the throne. A woman in a pink-bordered white sari stands beside the throne, and a woman in a white sari with a painted face stands at the left edge. Gold ornate throne and carpet are visible.2013-01-06A photograph of a flower-showering ritual at an ashram. A seated figure in orange and white garments, wearing a pink and white turban, gold necklaces and garlands, is seated on a golden throne before a large arch of marigolds, roses and orchids in yellow, red, purple and white. Several women in white saris and a white-clad man pour marigold petals from woven baskets, which pile up in bright yellow heaps at the bottom. A woman at left wears glasses and a white sari with a black blouse. The scene is a flower offering ceremony.2013-01-06A seated figure in a saffron-orange garment with a white turban and layered red, white and green garlands sits on a golden ornate throne against a deep red velvet backdrop. Heaps of orange and red flower petals cover the floor around him. Several women in white and cream sarees, one with a long braid and orange blouse, and a man in white dhoti and shawl, lift and pour petals from woven baskets. A small white bird figure sits atop the throne's side. The scene suggests a flower-offering ceremony. The seated figure has long hair and distinctive saffron clothing with garlands, a possible a person candidate, though appearance-based identification is uncertain.2012-01-01