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Photograph of two gilded metal statues of a male and a female deity seated side by side, both draped in garlands of yellow marigolds, purple and red flowers and white jasmine. The male figure wears a red turban and a red-and-blue silk garment with his right hand raised in blessing; the female figure wears a purple silk sari with heavy jewelled necklaces, earrings and a green parrot held on her finger. Behind them is an orange wall and a circular red frame. The setting appears to be a shrine with murti decorated for worship.

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Two silver-toned metal murti figures seated side by side in front of a red draped backdrop, decorated with yellow and red marigold garlands and green leaves. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with a jewelled crown-like ornament, rudraksha beads, ornate gold and jewelled necklaces, and holds a green-tipped staff or rod. The figure on the right has a black hairstyle, pearl headpiece, jewelled earrings and necklaces, and a maroon garment with a pearl-and-jewel sash. The image is a photograph of deity statues, not living people.2011-07-31Photograph of two gilded murti statues seated side by side on a white-draped platform before a red sequined backdrop and ornate gold arch. The male deity on the left wears an orange turban topped with a jeweled crown, an orange-and-gold dhoti, rudraksha beads and gold necklaces, and holds a silver staff with a jeweled hand. The female figure on the right wears a maroon sari with gold border, layered pearl and gold necklaces, a long black braid and jeweled earrings, and holds a lotus-like object. Both are garlanded with yellow and red marigold and green leaves. These are statues, not living people.2011-07-31Two golden metal murti statues of a deity couple seated side by side under a red sparkling curtain, decorated with yellow and red marigold garlands and green leaves. The figure on the left wears an orange turban with beaded ornament, rudraksha malas, a jewelled chest piece and a blue-and-silver waist band, and holds a green-tipped staff or trident. The figure on the right has a tall black braided hairstyle with pearl and jewelled headpiece, layered gold and jewelled necklaces, and wears a maroon sari with gold border and pearl strands. Both statues have painted eyes and red lips, and a ceremonial sword or staff rests against the left side.2011-07-31Two golden murti statues of a divine couple are seated together in a temple setting. The male figure wears an orange turban with jeweled ornament, a tall crown, white and red jeweled necklaces and a red garment, and holds a golden trident-like staff and a mace-like object. The female figure wears a blue sari, jeweled silver necklaces, earrings and a head ornament, and holds a green parrot-topped staff. Both are garlanded with red and white roses and yellow marigold garlands, seated on a purple cloth draped over a platform. A wooden shelter roof and a striped step are visible behind them.2011-07-30 +1 copiesJuly 19 20132013-07-19Two golden utsava murtis of deities stand on a decorated platform for a Brahmotsav procession. The male murti wears a red-orange turban, a black velvet bodice with layered gold and silver necklaces, a cream and gold dhoti-like cloth, and holds a golden staff with a finial in one hand and a flower bouquet of red and white blooms in the other. The female murti wears a black and gold crown, a lavender-purple sari edged in gold, heavy gold necklaces and bangles, and holds a golden lotus-like object. Garlands of marigolds, roses and white flowers drape both figures, with an orange cloth backdrop and a lattice screen behind them.2007-12-26Two large metal murti statues of a seated divine couple are dressed in red and gold garments, adorned with silver-colored necklaces and jewelry. The figure on the right wears a red saree-style outfit with a yellow underskirt, holds a trident-like staff, and is adorned with a crown. The figure on the left wears a red turban and holds a sceptre-like staff. Both are seated on a decorated throne framed by thick garlands of yellow marigolds, purple flowers, and green leaves. The setting is an open-sided temple space with warm stone architecture behind them. No living people are visible.2010-12-28Two gilded metal murti statues of a deity couple seated side by side on a white cloth, heavily decorated for worship. The figure on the left wears an orange turban topped with a jeweled crown, a teal silk garment with gold brocade and a jeweled necklace, and holds a sceptre-like object. The figure on the right wears a tall jeweled crown, a teal sari-style silk with gold border, layered gold and gem necklaces, and holds a garland. Both are surrounded by yellow, red and white flower garlands and purple blooms against a maroon curtain. These are statues, not living people.2012-04-23 +1 copiesTwo gilded metal deity murtis stand side by side against a blue cloth backdrop decorated with embroidered flowers. The figure on the left wears a green and red turban, a red shawl, a red velvet bodice and layered silver necklaces, and raises one hand in blessing. The figure on the right wears a pink silk sari, heavy silver necklaces and an ornate headdress, holding a lotus-like stem. Garlands of yellow, red and white flowers and green leaves surround both figures, with a ceremonial ritual implement visible at the left edge.2007-10-17Photograph of two metal murti statues seated side by side on a white-draped platform before a red curtain and gold-framed arch. The figure on the left wears an orange turban topped by an ornate jewelled crown with a peacock-feather motif, an orange and gold-bordered shawl over a bare chest, rudraksha beads and a ceremonial necklace. Its right hand holds a jewelled, embellished ritual staff, and a trident leans at its side. The figure on the right has dark hair in a high bun, wears a maroon sari and layered gold and white jewelled necklaces, and holds a silver object with one hand. Both are draped with garlands of yellow and red flowers with green leaves.2011-07-31October 13 20062006-10-13A photograph of two metal deity murtis seated side by side amid dense floral decoration. The figure on the left wears an orange turban, a maroon dhoti-style cloth, and layered gold and jewelled necklaces, with one hand raised in abhaya mudra and the other holding a ritual object. The figure on the right wears a tall jewelled crown, a maroon sari and heavy bridal-style jewellery, with bangles on the arm. Both are framed by garlands of purple flowers, yellow marigold strands and red roses, with a green leafy backdrop. These are statues, not living people, and the image is an archive photograph of a temple-style decorated deity display.2013-04-24