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A close-up photograph of a copper repoussé panel mounted on a copper-and-brass ceremonial structure, encircled by a garland of yellow marigold flowers. The embossed figure has long hair, a red bindi on the forehead, a beaded necklace and a draped garment, with one hand raised in blessing. Brass pillars and ornately carved copper edges frame the panel.

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September 29 20062006-09-29 +1 copiesSeptember 29 20062006-09-29 +1 copiesA photograph of a copper-coloured shrine structure decorated with garlands of yellow marigold flowers and red roses. Inside a niche of the shrine sits a golden seated statue of a figure with a serene face and draped robe, a statue rather than a living person. A tall palm-like stalk is tucked beside the garland. The background shows a cloudy grey sky, green trees and a palm frond on the right.2015-09-08 +1 copiesA carved wooden shrine panel decorated with yellow marigold and red rose garlands and dry straw or grass bundles. Inside a recessed niche sits a seated gilded or bronze-toned figure in a draped robe, one hand raised to the cheek in a contemplative pose, wearing a long rudraksha mala and a red tilak on the forehead. Ornate carved columns frame the niche, and the sky is pale behind the structure.2010-07-05A gilded seated statue of a sage with long wavy hair and a tilico mark on the brow sits in a carved wooden shrine niche. The figure's right hand is raised in a gesture of blessing, and the draped robe is folded over its lap. The niche is framed by strands of yellow marigold garlands and deep red rose garlands hanging down both sides, with turned wooden pillars and carved wood edging below.2014-09-28September 08 20152015-09-08December 31 20102010-12-31A golden metal statue of a seated figure is displayed inside a copper-faced shrine or palanquin frame, decorated with long garlands of yellow marigolds interspersed with red flowers and green leaves. The figure has a raised right hand in blessing, a long swept-back hairstyle, a rudraksha-style necklace, and a draped shawl. Dry straw bundles stand at the sides of the frame, with palm fronds and blue sky behind. The statue is a depiction, not a living person, and no printed name is visible on the statue itself.2009-12-26A small bronze deity murti stands in a copper-framed arched niche, draped in an orange-red sari-like garment with a gold border and wearing a pearl necklace and a pendant. A large yellow marigold garland encircles the figure, and similar yellow and maroon flower garlands hang at the left. Behind it are carved grey stone pillars and a red-and-white wall; no people are visible.2010-12-31A close view of an ornate copper-coloured ceremonial pillar or stand decorated with yellow marigold and red rose garlands draped across it. Inside a niche at its centre sits a small gold-toned seated figure of a sage or teacher wearing a draped robe, shown as a statue. Dry palm-leaf whisks are tied to the sides. Behind, a tall coconut palm and green foliage fill the outdoor background. The scene looks like a temple-grounds decoration, possibly for a flag-hoisting ceremony.2015-09-08A photograph of an outdoor ritual beside a tall copper shrine-column draped with yellow marigold garlands and a floral base of pink and purple blossoms. A man in a rust-red dhoti-style garment with gold-striped borders, wearing layered red and yellow flower garlands, a gold bead necklace, and a white tilak on his forehead, holds a small oil lamp with a flame in one hand and a silver bell in the other, smiling. Palm trees and foliage fill the background. The copper shrine has a carved tree motif on its panel. a person is shown in appearance-based cues of ceremonial dress and garlands, performing an aarti-style lamp offering.2014-11-26A small copper-toned deity murti stands on a red pedestal inside a shrine, draped in an orange sari-style cloth and wearing a layered white necklace and a pendant. A large garland of yellow marigold flowers encircles the figure, and an ornate copper arch-shaped halo frames it. Behind are a carved grey stone pillar, red and orange fabric hangings, and a column of purple and yellow flower garlands on the left. No living people are visible.2010-12-31