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A seated man with eyes closed occupies an ornate gilded throne with a tall arched back and carved floral scrollwork, cushioned in red. He wears a rust-orange dhoti and matching shawl, a long garland of white flowers, a large gold pendant, and gold bracelets, with a vertical tilak on his forehead. A gold trident stands at the left edge, and two golden lion figures flank the seat base. A microphone stand is at right, and a large dark backdrop with reflective patterns fills the background. The swami on the throne is described by appearance and role as a person seated in meditative posture with hands resting on his knees. Setting appears to be a stage during a sacred event.