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A 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.

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A gilded deity murti seated under a canopy, with a copper-coloured face, red lips and painted eyes. It wears an orange-red turban with an ornate jewelled brooch, large jewelled earrings, and layered necklaces of rudraksha beads, white and red stone garlands and round blue-and-white medallions. One raised golden hand holds a trident-like staff, while the other hand is held near the chest. Behind it are garlands of white, yellow, red and purple flowers, and a gold-embroidered silk backdrop. A green cloth lies at the base. No physical people are visible.2013-11-02A gilded deity murti stands at the centre of the frame, wearing an orange-red turban with a jewelled ornament and pearl strands at its side. Its face is golden with red lips and large painted eyes. It wears layered rudraksha malas, a red gemstone pendant set in a jewelled necklace, and ornate paisley-shaped diamond-style earrings. One raised golden hand makes a blessing gesture, and the other hand holds a golden object. Yellow flower garlands and green foliage surround the figure against a deep red drape, with a gold-embossed canopy above.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA gilded metal statue of a deity murti stands centrally against a draped curtain of red, gold and maroon with sparkling embroidery. The murti wears a tall layered golden crown set with green, red and pink stones, a black headband with a white ornament, a shining gold face, and a multi-strand rudraksha and gold bead necklace over a jewelled collar of pink, green and white stones. Its hands show abhaya and varada-style mudras, with a red stone set in the palms. Orange and gold silk drapes over its shoulders, and a golden trident and drum-like ritual object appear at the sides. At the left edge, a person in an orange turban and rudraksha garland is partly visible. No live physical person is shown in the central statue.2014-03-17A gilded metal statue of a standing deity figure stands in a red and gold shrine niche, adorned with an ornate jewelled crown set with red and green stones and an orange turban-like cloth. The statue wears layered silver-toned and gem-studded necklaces over a maroon garment, with a red tilak mark on the forehead. Its hands hold a trident-like staff and a sword on either side, while an orange shawl drapes from one arm. Yellow, red, orange and purple flower garlands frame the figure. This is a statue, so it is not a physical person, and the statue's identity is not established from the image.2012-04-06A gilded deity murti in an ornate festival form is decorated with an orange turban topped by a tall jewelled crown, a gold and gem-studded face and jewelled earrings. The figure wears layered gold and stone necklaces over a dark purple velvet garment, a beaded green, red and white garland draped across the chest, and a jewelled hand raised in a blessing gesture. Marigold and yellow and white flower garlands surround the murti in the background, with a gold ceremonial staff at the left edge. No physical people are visible, so this is a photograph of a statue rather than a person.2009-01-12A golden metal murti of a deity-like figure, shown frontally with a raised right hand in abhaya gesture and the left hand resting near the body. The head wears a tall orange turban topped with a jewelled crown set with red, green and white stones, plus a forehead ornament with a red centre. The body is covered in heavy layered jewellery: a jewelled collar, ornate multi-strand necklaces set with diamond-like stones, red and green gems, and a large pendant. Garlands of yellow, red and orange marigold flowers surround the figure, and an ornate gilded arch frames the top. The background is red fabric.2012-04-06A golden deity murti decorated for alankar, seated against a deep red velvet backdrop. The figure wears a tall red and orange turban topped with an ornate jeweled crown with a crescent motif. Heavy layered necklaces and paisley-shaped jeweled earrings glitter with white, red and green stones. In one hand it holds a golden ceremonial staff with a lotus-like top, and a green leaf garland drapes over the left side. The face is gilded with red lips and a red tilak. No people are visible in the scene.2010-07-13A gilded metal statue of a deity is seated against a gold brocade backdrop, wearing an orange and red turban topped with a peacock feather ornament and jewelled crest. The figure has a red painted mouth, a red bindi and an ornate jewelled collar and necklaces with a rudraksha-style mala. Red roses and yellow marigold garlands hang across its shoulders. It raises a jewelled palm in abhaya mudra and holds a golden staff-like object in the other hand. No physical people are visible; this is a murti photographed in a shrine setting.2011-10-13A 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.2008-12-26November 08 20142014-11-08 +1 copiesA close-up photograph of a gilded deity murti. It is adorned with dense jewelled necklaces set with diamonds, emeralds and rubies, large drop earrings, and gold armlets. The raised right hand holds a golden trident, while a garland of red roses and yellow marigolds hangs at the lower left. A red drape forms the backdrop. No living person is visible.2010-10-04April 06 20122012-04-06