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Close-up photograph of a golden Shiva lingam decorated for worship, set on a dark stone surface. The gold-plated lingam is adorned with a jeweled silver-and-gold crown band set with red and green stones, draped with thick yellow marigold garlands and scattered petals, and a jeweled sash runs diagonally across the base. A small rudraksha bead lies on the stone at left. No people are visible; the background is a blurred brown stone structure.

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A photograph of a golden Shivalinga, the upright cylindrical form of Shiva, set on a golden yoni pedestal on a dark stone slab. Yellow marigold garlands drape the lingam and base, with a white and red beaded ornamental band across the top and a second beaded collar around the pedestal. Small purple flowers are tucked near the top, and scattered petals lie on the stone. A red-cushioned object appears at the bottom edge, and a reddish blurred wall stands behind. No people are visible.2015-11-21November 24 20152015-11-24Close outdoor photo of a Shiva lingam dressed for worship, placed on a grey stone slab. Marigold garlands in yellow surround the black lingam, with a jewelled white and red beaded necklace draped across it. A golden crown-like cap with an ornate jewelled band and a fresh pink hibiscus flower sits on top, with purple flowers beside it. Gold-toned ornate ritual stand or base at left. Blurred reddish earth and a hose in the background. No people visible.2015-11-22November 21 20152015-11-21November 22 20152015-11-22February 17 20152015-02-17 +1 copiesFebruary 17 20152015-02-17 +1 copiesClose-up photograph of a gleaming gold cylindrical deity murti or shivalinga-form embellishment, decorated with bands of sparkling diamond-like stones and ornate engraved gold bands at top and base. Garlands of yellow marigold-type flowers and deep red roses drape around it. A tall gold lamp stand or candle holder stands at the right edge against a dark background. No people are visible.2010-07-13November 16 20152015-11-16A close view of a large gold-toned ceremonial vessel or kalasha-like object, richly decorated with embossed floral and scroll patterns, a band of white stones and a central red and orange gemstone, and hung with rudraksha mala strands ending in silver caps. The vessel is framed by dense garlands of red roses, yellow marigolds, white flowers and green leaves. No people are visible.2013-07-22A close photograph of a black stone Shivalinga wrapped in a red-orange cloth, adorned with a gold-and-diamond band across its middle, a red gem ornament, and a gold bead necklace draped down its length. Fresh garlands of yellow marigolds, white flowers, purple blooms and green evergreen sprigs frame the linga on both sides. A gold base or yoni pedestal is visible at the bottom. No people are visible; this is a deity murti shown in close view.2010-12-28Close-up photograph of a gilded ceremonial object. A band of jewelled stones with a central blue-and-orange stone decorates its midsection, and an ornate chased gold base and collar frame it. Blurred gold and blue fabric fills the background. No people are visible and no person can be identified.2010-10-09 +1 copies