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A large black stone statue of Dakshinamurthi, the seated form of Shiva as teacher, stands in an outdoor shrine beneath green trees. The murti wears an orange-yellow dhoti-style drape and an orange turban, and is garlanded with yellow, pink and purple flower strings and a rudraksha-style bead mala. Its raised hands hold ritual objects. Carved silver framing surrounds the arch behind it. At the base sits a small plaque reading Dakshinamurthi shrine, with a wooden tray of offerings in silver bowls containing food, sweets and a small cup. No people are visible.

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A large black stone statue of Dakshinamurthi, a form of Shiva as teacher, stands under a canopy framed by ornate silver-toned arch panels in a tree-shaded outdoor shrine. The murti wears an orange and saffron cloth, a multicoloured flower garland, and a rudraksha mala across its chest. A printed black plaque at its base reads Dakshinamurthi shrine. In front on a low wooden tray sit silver bowls of cooked rice and curries with a small steel tumbler, as an offering. No physical people are visible.2008-05-13A dark stone statue of Dakshinamurthi, the four-armed form of Shiva as teacher, stands under a silver-coloured arch framed by carved foliage. The murti wears an orange shawl draped over its shoulders and a garland of yellow and purple flowers, and holds a rudraksha mala. Its base is set in rough rocks with a dark stone plinth. Before it sit a tray with small metal bowls of offerings and a plate of white food, plus a brass lamp and a brass cup in the foreground. Trees and leaves surround the shrine in daylight. No people are visible.2008-05-13A black stone statue of a four-armed deity murti, seated beneath a silver-toned arched frame carved with floral and animal motifs, set against leafy trees. The figure wears an orange cloth wrapped over the head and body, a rudraksha-style bead necklace, and is draped with garlands of yellow and magenta flowers with green leaves. A black plaque at the base with a Kannada and English inscription reads Dakshinamurthi shrine. The base is painted red and set on a dirt ground.2011-01-22Outdoor photo of a black stone deity murti of Dakshinamurthi, the four-armed seated form, wrapped in an orange cloth with a red-and-orange headcloth and draped with a yellow and magenta marigold garland. It sits on a black pedestal carved with figures, framed by an ornate silver arch set among green trees. A red-painted base and a black plaque below read 'Dakshinamurthi shrine'. No people are visible.2009-09-03A black stone statue of Dakshinamurthi, a Shiva form, sits seated in a white carved arched shrine framed by a red cloth backdrop. The four-armed murti wears an orange cloth, orange head wrap, layered rudraksha malas and a white flower garland, with a yellow marigold garland at its base. Its hands hold a drum and other ritual objects. A brass oil lamp rests on a stone bench in front, and a plaque below reads Dakshinamurthi shrine, outdoors beneath trees.2012-04-27 +1 copiesOutdoor shrine featuring a dark stone statue of Dakshinamurthi, a four-armed form of Shiva as teacher, dressed in an orange saffron cloth with blue-and-yellow borders. Its hands hold objects including a rudraksha mala draped at the chest, and a garland of yellow, purple and pink flowers hangs over the shoulders. The statue stands on a black pedestal within a silver-toned arch carved with floral and figural motifs, surrounded by trees. In front lies a rounded rock platform with a black plaque, and offerings on a wooden tray: small brass bowls with yellow and orange substances, and a white-covered plate. A brass lamp stands at the lower edge. No people are visible.2008-05-13A dark stone statue of a standing sage or saint in orange saffron cloth draped over the shoulder, wearing a saffron headband, stands within a white carved arch surrounded by banyan tree branches and aerial roots. Long garlands of yellow and purple flowers with pink blossoms hang from its neck and shoulders. One hand is raised near the chest and the base of the statue has carved relief figures. A camera rig and blue pole are visible at the left edge. No living people are visible.2008-12-10July 08 20102010-07-08December 16 20102010-12-16December 04 20132013-12-04A black stone statue of a four-armed deity murti stands in an ornate silver arch against a bright orange cloth backdrop, outdoors beneath trees. The figure wears an orange and green striped headband, an orange garment with a green-and-gold border, a rudraksha mala, a gold necklace and a gold waist ornament. Red and yellow marigold garlands hang over both shoulders. The statue sits on a dark rock pedestal with carved figures, and fallen leaves lie on the ground around it.2013-12-04July 08 20102010-07-08