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A gilded shrine arch framed by white jasmine garlands, red rose garlands and pink lotus buds houses a central gold-clad deity murti with a tall crown and a long vel-like spear, flanked by two smaller gold-adorned consort murtis wearing heavy gold necklaces and dark garments. A large gold peacock-like vahana sits in the foreground. No physical people are visible; the image shows only statues and decorations.

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November 02 20162016-11-02A photograph of a decorated deity murti of Murugan (Skanda) with a golden crown, holding a vel spear, flanked by two smaller goddess figures in gold jewellery and dark blouses. The central murti wears heavy gold necklaces and a magenta cloth, framed by an arch of white jasmine garlands, red rose garlands, green leaves and pink lotus buds against a deep red backdrop. A golden peacock-shaped vahana stands in front, with purple and white flower offerings at the base. No people are visible in the frame.2016-11-02A gold murti of Murugan (Skanda) stands at centre in a shrine decorated with white jasmine and red rose garlands and pink lotus buds arched overhead. Two gold-clad female deity figures flank him in dark garments, and a golden peacock with an open beak sits in the foreground beneath a gold-framed canopy. Two gold-coloured tridents cross behind the central deity. No living people are visible.2016-11-02A decorated deity murti of Murugan (Skanda) stands centrally in a gold arched shrine, holding a vel (spear) with gold ornaments and a tall gold crown. Two smaller gold-adorned consorts flank him, dressed in dark garments with gold necklaces. A large gold peacock vahana sits in front. The figures are framed by white and red jasmine and rose garlands, pink lotus buds arch overhead, and magenta silk draping lines the backdrop. No physical people are visible.2016-11-02A decorated shrine displays a golden deity murti of Skanda (Murugan) seated at centre with a spear (vel) and crown, flanked by two smaller golden consort figures. The deity stands on a golden peacock vahana with a snake beneath, all framed by an arched golden canopy and garlands of white jasmine, pink lotus petals, red and green strings and purple flowers. Red and gold embroidered banners with floral motifs hang on each side, brass oil lamps stand at the front, and brass vessels with flowers and offerings sit before the altar. No people are visible; the scene is a photograph of the shrine alone.2016-11-02Photograph of a decorated deity murti set before a dark maroon curtain within an ornate gold arch. A central figure stands on a golden peacock vahana, holding a trident, with two smaller female figures flanking him, all wrapped in thick garlands of red roses, yellow marigolds and white jasmine. Gold jewellery and a red silk cloth cover the base. The murti is worshipped as Subramanya Alankar, and the arrangement is a festival decoration. No living people are visible.2013-11-06A decorated deity murti of Lord Murugan (Kartikeya) stands centrally on a green silk-draped platform before a red satin backdrop framed by a golden arch. The central figure wears a jewelled crown, gold and red stone ornaments and holds a vel-like spear crossed with a second spear. Two smaller female figures flank him, dressed in cream sarees with green borders and heavy jewelled necklaces and waist ornaments. White and red rose garlands drape the arch, and a gold peacock figure sits in front.2016-11-03A decorated deity murti seated on a gilded throne-like arch against dark red drapery. The central figure wears an ornate silver crown and jewelled necklaces, holds a spear-like staff with a small flag, and is flanked by two smaller consort figures in blue and silver garments. Thick garlands of yellow marigolds, red flowers and green-white strands drape the central figure and throne. A golden peacock-style vahana stands in front, garlanded with purple flowers, and a red cloth covers the base. No living people are visible.2013-11-05February 24 20132013-02-24Photograph of a deity murti group on an ornate gold-framed shrine backdrop. A central metal murti of Murugan with a spear (vel) and jewelled crown stands between two consort murtis in purple and gold-embellished garments, all draped with thick garlands of white jasmine and red flowers and green leaves. A gold peacock figure sits in front, with red silk draped beneath. No physical people are visible; the figures are statues.2013-11-07October 26 20142014-10-26April 13 20142014-04-13