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Close-up of a deity murti in a temple shrine, adorned with a jewelled crown and gold headpiece set with red, green and pink stones, a leopard-print cloth wrapped across the head, and a red bindi on the forehead. Garlands of white flowers, orange carnations and pink blooms surround the figure, with yellow lemons placed at the base. The background shows blue and gold draped fabric. No physical people are visible, and the figure is a statue rather than a person.

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A metal deity murti is adorned for worship in a temple shrine. The face is silver-toned with a red tilak on the forehead, and a tall jewelled crown with white stone-studded arc behind it rises above. A gold-and-leopard-print cloth wraps the head, and layers of white, pink and orange flower garlands with yellow lemons and pearl strands drape the figure. A teal draped backdrop with gold motifs and a gilded arch frame the altar.2021-06-29Close-up photograph of a deity murti of Kalabhairava with a gold-toned face, large painted eyes, a red lips and tusk-like teeth, and a gold forehead ornament. The head wears a black hair mass, a leopard-print headdress edged with gold and crystal spikes, and a gold tassel with pearls. Large pink-and-white jewelled earrings hang from the ears. Yellow lemon garlands and pearl strings frame the face, and a blue and gold garment with a crystal-studded brooch sits below, against an orange cloth backdrop.2022-02-23A deity murti of Sri Kalabhairava is the central subject, adorned with a jeweled crown, a leopard-print headdress, a large pearl and gemstone necklace, and layers of yellow lemons and red and pink roses. Marigold garlands frame the figure, and a golden silk backdrop curves behind it. Small bronze figures and a brass lamp or vessel sit at the sides of the altar, indicating a temple shrine setting. No physical people are visible.2022-02-23KAILASA SAN JOSE, USA on 2/23/20222022-02-23Close-up photo of a golden metal deity murti with a bright yellow turban-style headdress decorated with a jeweled brooch, a white and red tilak on the forehead, and a neck and shoulders draped in white flower garlands with pink-and-green jeweled necklace pieces. Pink and gold jeweled earrings hang from the ears, and the background shows a purple drape and gold temple decorations.2021-04-03Close-up of a metal deity murti of Kalabhairava adorned for worship. The figure wears a leopard-print crown with jeweled trim and a large black hair piece, with pearl and red-stone necklaces and a garland of yellow lemons. Pink and red roses and a marigold garland in orange, yellow and green frame the murti. A metal trident-like weapon rests at the left side against a white draped cloth with a brocade pattern. Deity murti only; no physical people are visible.2022-02-23A silver-faced deity murti of Kalabhairava, decorated for worship at a temple shrine. The figure wears a tall gold crown, a deep blue cloth draped over the head, and a gold-brown garment with layered jewelled necklaces, pearl strands and large jewelled earrings. Its body is surrounded by a garland of green limes, yellow lemons, white roses and pink roses, and a trident rests against the figure. A large ornate gold arch frames the murti behind a draped pink-brown cloth. No people are visible.2020-11-07KAILASA SAN JOSE, USA on 4/3/20212021-04-03A deity murti of Sri Kalabhairava is shown at the centre of a shrine, seated before a golden arched backdrop with gold brocade. The murti wears a crown with a leopard-patterned headpiece, a black hair mane, pink and blue dhoti-style drapery, layered pearl necklaces, and red floral garlands. It is heavily garlanded with yellow lemons and small yellow fruits, along with red and pink roses and marigold strands. Brass or metal attributes such as a trident-like staff and a small ornamental figure flank the murti. A white and gold-bordered cloth covers the base. No people are visible.2022-02-23Close-up photograph of a richly adorned deity murti with a golden face, red lips and painted white forehead marks, wearing a leopard-print turban crowned with a jeweled tiara of white stones and red gems. Gold and pearl jewelry, including large jeweled earrings, pearl necklaces and a gold tassel ornament, is set against a blue and gold silk garment. The background shows an ornate gold-embossed backdrop, indicating temple shrine worship.2022-02-23Close photo of a deity murti of Sri Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva, with a dark grey face, bulging eyes, a vertical tilak and visible fangs. It wears a tall ornate headdress of silver and gold beadwork with a crescent moon, a yellow gold-patterned cloth band, a gold necklace with a red stone, and a garland of lemons and limes. Red and orange roses and a deep red drape frame the figure. No people are visible.2022-01-24 +1 copiesKAILASA SAN JOSE, USA on 3/5/20212021-03-05