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Night-time photograph of a procession at an outdoor temple-style event. A figure with long dark hair in orange clothing and a multi-strand garland of white and red flowers sits on an ornate golden throne-like seat decorated with marigold and mixed flower garlands. Two shaven-headed men in orange robes stand at the left, and a man in a saffron-and-maroon wrap stands in front of the seat. Devotees in white shirts and dhotis crowd around, one in a white cap, and a man in a dark shirt holds an orange cloth. A string of lights and a pole are visible at right. The seated figure has distinctive long hair and orange robes, though the identification is uncertain.

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Night outdoor event lit by floodlights under a blue canopy. A long-haired figure in saffron-orange robes with a white flower garland and red-and-white garlands sits on an ornate golden throne-like seat decorated with heaped flowers, holding a small bundle of flowers and smiling. Several men in white shirts and dhotis crowd close, one reaching toward the seat, and a bald man in orange robes stands behind. A small golden deity murti sits at the lower right near a man in a white shirt. Appearance-based candidate: Swamiji (probable), seated in saffron robes with long hair, garlands and a golden throne.2011-12-20Night outdoor event in front of a richly decorated stage framed by tall garlands of white, yellow, orange and magenta flowers. A long-haired figure in orange robes with a white garland and gold bangles sits on a golden seat, smiling and reaching toward a white paper bag. Beside them, a bald man in orange robes and a red-bordered orange shawl stands with a gold necklace and assists at the seat. Several men in white dhotis and shirts stand and sit in the foreground, one in a white cap, and another man in dark clothing reaches up with an offering. Hanging lamps and a crystal pendant are visible above. A figure on screen-like depiction is not present; the appearance-based a person candidate is seated in person with long hair, garland and orange clothing, so the identity is uncertain.2011-12-20Night-time photograph of a ceremonial reception at an outdoor pavilion. A long-haired man in saffron-orange robes with a white flower garland sits on a golden-framed throne heaped with yellow, orange and magenta flowers, with a bald monk in orange clothing standing beside him. Around them, men in white dhotis and shirts, a woman in a red sari, and attendants in white stand on a red carpet, some offering items or leaning in. A chain-lit pole and string of lamps frame the scene. Probable Swamiji is seated on the throne, identified by long swept-back hair, saffron clothing and a flower garland; the surrounding people are devotees and attendants.2011-12-20Night outdoor festival scene under bright floodlights. A figure with long swept-back dark hair, wearing an orange-saffron dhoti and shawl, rudraksha-style beads and gold bangles, sits on a richly decorated golden throne covered in garlands of white jasmine, red, orange and yellow flowers, with a gold lion-head carved on the front. He holds a small decorated fan with green, white and saffron ribbons and extends a hand toward devotees. Seated and standing men in white dhotis and shirts, some wearing rudraksha malas, gather at the front. A saffron-robed attendant stands behind, and a blue canopy overhead frames the scene. a person is shown in the seated throne figure, identified by hair, saffron clothing and ornate beads; an event page describes him receiving respects at a temple.2011-12-20Night-time outdoor procession scene under bright floodlights. A long-haired man in saffron-orange robes and a white and red flower garland sits on a golden seat decorated with large marigold, rose and green foliage garlands, holding a small floral wand with green and white flowers. a person shows cues of long swept hair, saffron clothing and a ceremonial garland, seated in a position of honour. Around him, a bald priest in orange robes and men in white dhotis and shirts with rudraksha malas stand and kneel, one bending to touch his feet, while a dark-clothed attendant stands at the right edge. A golden lion-shaped base and canopy with a purple cloth sit above the throne.2011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20Night outdoor event on a raised dais decorated with yellow and red marigold garlands. A seated man in orange robes, an orange turban-style cap, long swept-back hair and layered gold and bead necklaces and bangles smiles toward the left. A gold-coloured ornate throne armrest with a carved lion-head figure sits beside him, and a woven basket holding a fruit rests on the dais. A bald man in orange clothes with a rudraksha mala stands at the left edge. Behind, a man in white with a sash and a photographer with a camera stand near lights, and a large crowd of people in white and red watches from the dark background. Appearance-based label: Swamiji (probable), seated and smiling in orange with long hair and ceremonial gold necklaces.2011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20December 20 20112011-12-20February 12 20132013-02-12December 20 20112011-12-20A decorated ceremonial chariot procession at night, with a man seated centrally on an ornate golden throne-like platform wearing a tall gold-and-red crown, orange robes and a pink-and-white flower garland. Strands of marigolds and white blossoms drape the platform, and a red-and-orange canopy with blue and pink tassels overhead. To the left, a bald man with white-ash-smeared skin wears orange cloth and holds a tall staff; another attendant stands behind him. A seated figure in white, seen from behind, occupies the foreground, and an orange flag with a dark circular emblem hangs at right beside a black speaker. The seated central figure appears to be Swamiji (probable), identified by the crown, saffron robe and ornate garland cues; the page indicates Kumbha Mela activity in Allahabad.2013-02-10