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Two decorated deity murtis (metal or gold-plated idols) sit side by side on an ornate gilded arch backdrop framed with garlands of yellow and red flowers and green leaves. The figure on the left wears a red-and-orange turban, a crown, silver-and-jewelled ornaments, a red stone necklace and a red-and-white dhoti, holding a golden staff and a raised hand. The figure on the right wears a tall silver crown, an orange sari-style garment with gold borders, and multiple layered silver and gold necklaces. No living people are visible.

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July 07 20092009-07-07Photograph of two gilded deity murti figures decorated for worship, surrounded by dense garlands of yellow, orange, red and white flowers. The left figure wears an orange turban, an ornate crown, jewelled necklaces and a bejewelled raised hand; the right figure wears a dark crown, a red garment and layered pearl necklaces. A small figure in orange appears in the lower foreground beside them. Gold arch and drapery frame the scene. No physical people are visible.2009-12-24August 01 20102010-08-01July 07 20092009-07-07 +1 copiesPhotograph of a gilded deity murti pair seated on a red throne-like seat before a red velvet backdrop and an ornate gold arch. The figure on the left wears an orange-red turban, red and gold garments, layered jewelled necklaces and holds a trident; the figure on the right wears a gold crown, red sari-style dress and heavy necklaces, with one hand raised in blessing. Yellow and purple flower garlands drape both figures, and a tall brass oil lamp stands at left. In the lower right foreground a seated person in white and gold clothing with a striped headcloth is partly visible, with garlands around them. Their presence is a physical person, but the image is dominated by the murti pair.2010-08-01December 26 20082008-12-26 +1 copiesJuly 07 20092009-07-07December 26 20082008-12-26Two gilded metal deity murtis stand side by side under a golden arch, garlanded with bands of yellow, orange, red, purple and white flowers. The figure on the left wears an orange turban topped with a peacock feather, a heavy silver-and-stone necklace, and a red and gold garment with jewelled armlets. The figure on the right wears a red and gold sari, a jewelled crown with a red and white floral garland, layered gold necklaces and long earrings, and holds a ceremonial staff. A dark blue backdrop sits behind them.2008-12-26Two golden figures sit side by side on a decorated platform beneath an ornate gilded arch, garlanded with marigolds, pink and white flowers and strings of beads. The left figure wears a bright orange turban, a cream-gold garment, a bead necklace and pearl-like jewelry, with its right hand raised in blessing. The right figure wears a red and gold blouse, a heavy gold necklace, a jeweled crown and large earrings, holding a lotus-like stem. Both appear to be statues or murtis rather than living people, and a small green-and-gold tiered offering sits in front. A blue backdrop and a stone wall frame the scene.2008-12-27December 27 20082008-12-27A photograph of two gilded deity murti seated side by side on a throne-like seat within a frame of yellow and purple marigold garlands and white jasmine strands. The figure on the left wears a red turban, a red garment, layered silver necklaces and a holding a trident; the figure on the right wears a gold crown, red sari, silver necklaces and earrings and holds a flower-tipped staff. Both hold ceremonial objects and sit above a golden lotus-like pedestal. No physical people are visible.2010-07-27