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Close photo of a metal processional deity murti of Nithyanandeshwara and Nithyanandeshwari, two silver-toned faces side by side, the foreground figure wearing a tall ornate crown, jewelled earring, a garland of white jasmine and yellow chrysanthemums, and a maroon silk garment with gold zari border and a jewelled chest ornament. The rear figure, partly hidden, has a white cloth over the head and holds a ritual object shaped like a lotus bud, and a hand raised in abhaya mudra is visible at left. No physical people are visible; the figures are statues. Dark background with a red curtain at right edge.

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October 09 20062006-10-09Two golden metal murti of deities, standing side by side in a temple or festival setting, draped in thick garlands of white jasmine, yellow marigold, red and green flowers. The figure on the left wears a white and grey cloth wrapped over the head, a gold necklace and a silver chest ornament, with one hand raised in abhaya mudra. The figure on the right wears a gold crown with a flower garland, a gold necklace, and a maroon striped cloth at the waist, with one hand raised. Red curtains and carved wooden architecture frame the background. No physical people are visible.2006-10-10January 31 20092009-01-31October 09 20062006-10-09Close view of two gilded metal murti statues decorated for a procession at night. The larger figure on the right wears a jewelled crown and silver-embellished red and gold garments with rich necklaces and earrings. The figure beside it has a gold head wrap and a sindoor-style forehead mark, holds a hand raised in abhaya mudra, and wears gold and red garments with flower garlands. Yellow and white flower garlands and red blossoms drape over both figures, and a small metal kalasha-shaped vessel hangs at the left against a dark background. This is a statue, not a living person.2006-10-09Two gilded metal deity murtis stand side by side. The figure on the left wears a red and white turban, a deep maroon velvet garment, multiple tiered jeweled necklaces and a red bindi, with its right hand raised in abhaya mudra showing a red stone. The figure on the right has a black braid, a gold silk sari with jeweled belt, a purple blouse, layered diamond-style necklaces and a crown, with its hand held up in a gesture. Both have painted red lips and ornate earrings. Behind them is a grey stone wall.2007-10-25October 10 20062006-10-10October 09 20062006-10-09January 1st 2013 +1 copiesClose photograph of two bronze processional images draped in heavy garlands of white jasmine, yellow marigold and magenta flowers. The figure on the left wears a tall golden turban with a red tilak on the forehead and a silver-embroidered, jewelled garment; its right hand is raised in blessing. The figure on the right wears a jewelled crown, a beaded silver collar and holds a curved ritual staff or weapon-like implement. Both are bronze murti rather than living people. Behind them stands a golden flame-shaped finial and a dark interior with a fluorescent tube light overhead. Date stamp 14 10 2006 along the left edge.2006-10-14October 14 20062006-10-14Close side view of two metal murti statues in a procession setting. The nearer figure on the left wears a white cloth wrapped over its head and has a fine face in profile. The central figure is a bronze-toned deity murti with an ornate crown, jewelled earrings, and a white jasmine garland draped over the shoulder, with a red flower tucked above the crown. Yellow marigold garlands hang near the base, and a red cloth drapes behind. Gilded carved pillars and a wooden beam frame the right side against a dark background with a lit sign. Two statues only; no living people are visible.2006-10-09