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A seated figure is decorated with a large gold hooded canopy shaped like a cobra with five hoods, and red roses alternating with yellow flowers in a long garland that drapes over the shoulders and down the front. The figure wears an orange saffron-coloured cloth wrapped around the head and body, a jewelled gold waist ornament, and a rudraksha mala with brown beads hanging to the lap. A small green leaf decoration sits at the top beneath the hood. The figure is shown from behind and the face is not visible. Behind is a red brick wall, a white-and-red striped fence and a railing.

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September 19 20112011-09-19September 19 20112011-09-19A close photograph of a deity murti. Five golden cobra hoods with green gemstone pendants arch above, with a sprig of green leaves at the top. A layered garland of red roses and yellow marigolds hangs over both shoulders, and a strand of rudraksha beads drapes down the front. A silver jeweled band and a silver-threaded necklace complete the adornment. No physical people are visible, only the decorated murti and a gold and red background.2011-09-13A decorated murti of a deity dressed for worship, its face and head covered by an orange cloth wrapped in a turban-like fold. A gold five-hooded serpent canopy (naga kudai) with green stone drops arches over it. Garlands of yellow flowers and red blooms drape down both sides, and strands of rudraksha beads and a silver-thread sacred cord hang across the body. A pink and gold-bordered silk garment and silver bangles adorn the figure. The setting is a warm, red-toned temple interior with gold ornamentation behind. No people are visible.2011-11-01A deity murti, a dark stone or metal form of a Shiva lingam-like figure draped in an orange-saffron cloth with a matching orange turban-style covering. The murti wears layered gold bangles studded with white stones, a jewelled necklace with green and red gems, and a long rudraksha mala. Garlands of red roses and yellow marigolds hang down both sides, and a gold hooded serpent canopy with five cobra heads and green gem drops arches overhead with green leaves tucked beneath. A pink and magenta cloth and teal fabric appear at the edges. No people are visible.2011-10-11A decorated stone Shiva lingam, a deity murti, is the main subject, draped in an orange cloth and wrapped in red and yellow marigold and rose garlands. A five-headed golden cobra hood with green-stone drops arches over it, and strands of brown rudraksha beads hang from the shoulder. A wide gold belt with a band of white stones encircles the base, and a silver trident-like ornament hangs at the centre. Pink and blue fabric is visible in the background. No people are visible.2011-10-27August 08 20112011-08-08June 20 20132013-06-20 +2 copiesDecember 28 20112011-12-28A photograph of a seated figure in a golden throne-like seat with a large golden hooded cobra-shaped canopy above, decorated with hanging golden tassels and a green gem. The figure wears a dense garland of red roses and white jasmine strands with rudraksha beads, a saffron-orange cloth wrapped on the head, and a green sprig tucked at the top. A tall brass oil lamp stands in the foreground on the left, beside a green cloth and carved golden ornaments. Behind is a blurred green tree canopy, an orange-painted wall and a carved grey stone pillar on the right.2011-08-19Close-up of a deity murti, a bronze-coloured figure with a large hooded cobra canopy of five serpent heads, adorned with green stone pendant earrings. The head is wrapped in an orange cloth, draped with a yellow marigold garland and a red rose garland. The body wears a deep maroon silk cloth with a gold border, rudraksha beads, a jewelled gold waistband and gold armlets. Only the murti is shown, so no physical people are visible.2013-03-02October 18 20112011-10-18