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A framed glass display case with a gold-coloured wooden frame holds an ornate golden deity murti standing with a trident in one hand and a drum-like object in the other, on a lotus-shaped base. Behind it hangs a large elaborate jewelled costume set in red velvet with pearl and gem garlands, a sunburst crown, and decorated crowns and jewellery on display. Brass oil lamps stand at the bottom corners of the case. No physical people are visible.

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April 14 20182018-04-14April 14 20182018-04-14A gilded wooden cabinet with glass doors displays ornate golden deity figures and jewelled ornaments. On the right stands a gold-coloured standing murti holding a trident-like staff and a small bowl, with a trishul motif above it and a naga-hooded golden pedestal with lotus petals below. On the left hang elaborate jewelled garlands, a red-velvet panel and a large ornamental crown-like headpiece set with red, green and blue stones. Brass oil lamps stand at both sides of the cabinet. No physical people are visible.2018-04-14 +3 copiesApril 14 20182018-04-14April 14 20182018-04-14 +1 copiesApril 14 20182018-04-14 +1 copiesA photograph of a deity murti standing in a gilded shrine niche before gold silk drapery. The murti wears an ornate crown with jewelled halo, a large layered necklace of pearls, red and green stones, and a gold dhoti-like garment with a purple and red silk shawl edged in gold coin ornaments. A brass lamp or kalasha-like vessel sits at its side, and gold carved frames surround the shrine.2015-07-11A golden deity murti of a standing figure decorated with dense, sparkling jewelled ornaments, a tall crown with crescent moon ornament, and layered necklaces covered in tiny glittering stones. The murti has a red-painted mouth and a tilak mark on the forehead, and its raised hands are adorned with floral and gem-studded ornaments. A dark red velvet curtain forms the background. The image appears to be a Kalpataru darshan decoration with multiple exposure or motion blur. No physical people are visible.2009-06-13June 13 20092009-06-13Close-up photograph of a golden deity murti adorned with dense jewelled ornamentation. The figure wears a tall jewelled crown with a crescent moon ornament and a red tilak mark on the forehead, plus layered necklaces of white, blue and red stones and a bejewelled armlet. One hand is raised near the face holding a jewelled lotus-like object. A deep maroon velvet curtain forms the backdrop.2009-06-13June 13 20092009-06-13A close view of a gilded metal statue of a deity murti decorated for display. The figure wears a tall golden crown with a jewelled band, a gold and crystal-studded necklace layered over a golden chest piece, pink-and-white stone earrings, and a red and gold silk cloth draped over the shoulder. In its raised right hand it holds a golden lotus bud, and behind it stands an ornate embossed gold panel with floral and bird-like relief work. The background is a plain cream wall. No living people are visible.