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A photograph of a ceremonial stage set for the Navaratri Darbar. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes, with a red head cloth and layered beaded necklaces, sits on an ornate silver throne with a trident and a small canopy above. On the left, a golden deity murti in a garland-decorated shrine niche; on the right, a female deity murti in a pink sari wrapped in white and orange flower garlands on a yellow-draped platform. The backdrop is a starry galaxy print behind red curtains. Brass vessels, a kalasha pot, and trays with kumkum and turmeric sit on the floor in front.

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September 23 20172017-09-23September 23 20172017-09-23A seated figure in a white ornate throne sits centrally on a stage before a backdrop of a starry purple galaxy. The seated person wears a red-orange saffron robe, a matching red head wrap, layered rudraksha beads, and leopard-print cushions beneath him. Flanking him are two large decorated deity murti figures draped in flower garlands: one on the left in red and gold, one on the right with a purple skirt and gold ornaments. Brass kalasha-style vessels and a microphone stand sit at the stage edge. Several seated devotees in the foreground, mostly with grey and bald heads, face the stage from the lower frame. a person on the central throne, presented as a navaratri darbar with deity murtis. Appearance cues: red-orange saffron robe, red head wrap, rudraksha beads, and leopard-print seat cushions.2017-09-23September 23 20172017-09-23 +1 copiesA photograph of a stage at a temple-style hall during a Navaratri darbar. A seated man in the centre wears a red-orange saffron robe, a red turban-like head covering, rudraksha beads and gold bangles, sitting on an ornate white silver throne with a small umbrella canopy above it, a microphone stand beside him. Behind him is a backdrop of a glowing purple and blue starry galaxy. To the left, a deity murti is decorated with garlands, and to the right a golden-crowned deity murti in a pink sari is adorned with flower garlands and ornaments. Brass and copper vessels sit before the throne. In the foreground, the backs of seated devotees in white and orange clothing are visible, along with a few bald heads, watching the stage.2017-09-23 +1 copiesSeptember 23 20172017-09-23 +1 copiesA seated figure in a decorated white throne with a canopy sits centre stage in a hall, in front of a backdrop of a starry galaxy. He wears a red-orange headwrap and orange-red robes, with a beaded necklace and a leopard-print cushion beneath him. On the left, a golden-clad deity murti stands in a garland-draped niche, and on the right a deity murti in a purple-and-gold sari is decorated with flower garlands and gold ornaments. Brass vessels and a drum sit on the stage. Several seated devotees in white are visible in the foreground, backs to the camera, at the bottom of the frame. a person is the figure on the throne, identified by his headwrap, rudraksha-style beads and orange robes. The setting suggests a Navaratri darbar.2017-09-23September 23 20172017-09-23A photograph of a stage event with a seated man on an ornate white silver throne with a canopy, wearing a red-orange headband, orange-red robe and rudraksha mala, seated on a leopard-print cushion. Behind him a large blue and purple starfield backdrop. To the left a golden deity murti adorned with garlands, and to the right a decorated murti in purple and gold with garlands and a crown. In front of the stage, brass vessels and a low railing; in the foreground several seated devotees in white are viewed from behind. a person: the seated figure has a rudraksha mala, red-orange robe and headband cues consistent with the candidate, appearance-based label only.2017-09-23September 23 20172017-09-23A seated man in saffron-orange robes and an orange head wrap sits on an ornate white silver throne on a stage, wearing a rudraksha mala and ornamental bangles, with a trident-topped finial above him. He holds his hands on his lap in a calm pose before a microphone stand. Behind him a large projected backdrop shows a purple and blue starfield. To the left, a deity murti is garlanded with flowers and wears gold ornaments; to the right, a garlanded murti in a purple sari sits on a yellow-draped platform beside a bronze kalasha and offerings. In the foreground, the backs of several audience members' heads are visible at the bottom edge of the frame, and a few more are partially visible. The setting appears to be a Navaratri darbar.2017-09-23A stage event photographed from the front. On the left, a seated man in saffron-orange robes and an orange head wrap sits on an ornate silver throne decorated with a leopard-print cushion, holding a microphone-style mic stand near him and gesturing with one hand. He wears a red-brown shawl over his shoulders, rudraksha malas and bracelets. On the right, a large deity murti is decorated with white jasmine garlands, a green beaded arch, orange marigold garlands and a crown, with a purple sari draped on it, seated on a yellow-draped platform with a silver tray and lamp. Behind them is a starry blue-purple backdrop, and a red fringed canopy hangs above. Audience heads are visible at the bottom edge.2017-09-23