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A photograph of a seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a rust-orange turban, with a long dark braid and a beaded rudraksha-style mala, sitting on a leopard-print cushioned seat beside an ornate gold throne. A man in white shirt bends low to touch the seated figure's feet while women in salwar kameez, patterned scarves and a red-and-green sari stand nearby. Behind them a man in white dhoti with gold chains stands near a gold-trimmed structure. Floral garlands and gold decor surround the scene.

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Photograph of a ceremonial gathering in a gilded room with leopard-print upholstered seats and golden ornamental pieces. A seated man in an orange-saffron turban, orange robe and a long beaded brown mala smiles while a woman in a black-and-white patterned top and pink shawl reaches toward him, and another woman in a white head veil and red-floral top stands nearby. In the foreground a devotee in orange kneels and bows forward, touching the seated man's knee area, while a standing attendant in white dhoti with gold-trimmed border and a gold necklace watches from the left. Decorative gold lamp stands and a carved golden lion-head armrest are visible.2016-05-02A seated man in an orange-saffron turban and saffron robe, with a long rudraksha mala draped over his chest and long dark hair, sits on a gold and leopard-print throne-like seat. He gestures with one hand while speaking. A woman in a pink headscarf and striped dress bends forward to touch his foot. Behind them stand or sit other people: a man in a blue patterned shirt, a young woman in a white embroidered top, and a woman in a black-and-white print dress with a white shawl. A gold-robed attendant with a gold chain stands at left. Gold ornate furniture and a white draped backdrop fill the room.2016-05-02A photograph of a ceremonial darshan in a white-walled hall with gold-finished furniture. A seated figure in a saffron-orange turban, orange robes and a long rudraksha mala sits on a golden throne with a leopard-print cloth, extending both hands in blessing toward a man in a white shirt who bends forward with palms joined. A barefoot child in white trousers and an orange top stands on a red-cushioned platform between them. Behind them, several men in light green kurta, beige kurta and blue striped shirt stand observing; one wears a white dhoti with a gold necklace. a person is described by the saffron turban, robes and rudraksha mala. The seated figure is an appearance-based candidate, so the a person field is unsure.2016-05-02A photograph in a white-walled room with a red carpet. A man with long dark hair, a saffron-orange turban and a saffron shawl edged with a brown rudraksha-style mala sits on a leopard-print cushioned seat with gold lion-head armrests, holding a small orange fruit in his hands. In front of him, a man in a grey t-shirt and jeans kneels and reaches toward his feet, appearing to offer devotion. A gold bull figure sits on a gold table at right. Behind them, a man in white ritual dress stands near gold palanquin-style structures, a woman in a yellow saree and a woman in an orange-and-yellow saree stand or sit, and several seated visitors watch. The seated figure in saffron matches the appearance-based cues for Swamiji (probable), with long hair, a turban and saffron clothing, shown in an in-person setting.2016-04-30Photograph of an indoor ceremonial setting with gold-trimmed thrones and a leopard-print cushioned seat. A man in an orange turban, orange garment and a thick rudraksha mala sits on the left, smiling, with long dark hair, and his hand is extended to a devotee. A man in a white shirt and white dhoti bends forward to touch his feet or offer reverence, a red-and-gold object visible in his hands. Behind them, a man in a teal shirt and another in a white shirt sit watching, and a standing attendant in white clothing stands at the back beside the gold canopy. Appearance-based label: Swamiji (probable), seated with rudraksha mala and orange turban and robes, shown in person.2016-04-30A photograph of a seated man with long dark hair, wearing an orange-saffron dhoti and a rudraksha mala, sits on an ornate gold throne with leopard-print upholstery and a tan towel draped across his lap. A woman in a green blouse and patterned saree bends forward with folded hands, and a child in pink leans toward his feet. Behind them a man in a blue checked shirt with an ID badge stands near gold ceremonial canopies decorated with colourful tassels, and a figure in orange robes sits on another gold throne at the right. The appearance-based candidate for the seated man is a person, shown seated on a throne receiving a devotee. The scene resembles a darshan setting.2016-05-07Indoor photograph of a seated figure in an orange-saffron turban, orange robe and a long rudraksha mala with a shawl draped over the shoulders, holding a small red-orange fruit, on a leopard-print cushioned seat with gold lion-head armrests. A kneeling man in a grey t-shirt and jeans bows with palms pressed together before him. Behind, a standing attendant in white dhoti with gold necklace stands by a gold palanquin-style throne, a woman in a yellow salwar kameez sits on a wooden chair, and several men in white and maroon shirts watch. A gold bull statue and red carpet complete the scene.2016-04-30A figure with long dark hair, an orange turban with a jewelled ornament, rudraksha beads and a heavy gold necklace sits on a leopard-print seat before a gilded throne canopy with red-and-green tassels. Hands rest on the head of a bending man in white, who wears a camera on a strap. Standing around them are men in pink, white and light-blue shirts, one with a red wrist thread. Petals lie on the seat. The figure's appearance matches a person, seated on a gold throne as the one being honoured, and the photo shows a blessing of a devotee.2016-05-01A photograph of a seated figure on an ornate golden throne with a tiger-striped cloth and red velvet bolsters. The seated person wears an orange-brown turban with a white brooch, a rust-coloured robe and a long beaded mala with gold ornaments, and gestures with one hand toward a devotee bowing at his feet. The devotee wears an orange shawl and red garment with a red-smeared forehead and long dark hair. Behind the throne, a man in a white dhoti with a red bindi and rudraksha mala stands beside a woman in a pink sari and red-brown beaded necklace. Gold-carved panels and a floral backdrop frame the scene. Three visible people are present.2016-05-01A seated man in an orange-saffron turban and orange robe, wearing a brown rudraksha mala with a ceremonial gold chain, sits on a leopard-print cushioned throne and extends his hand toward a man in a light blue shirt who bends low and touches the base of a gold table. The man on the throne holds a red-orange fruit in his other hand. Beside them a golden Nandi bull statue rests on the table. Behind, a woman in yellow and a woman in pink with a yellow scarf sit smiling on chairs, and two men in pink and maroon shirts watch. A gilded throne and a standing attendant in white with gold necklace are at the left. White walls and a red carpet frame the scene.2016-04-30A photograph inside a gold-accented room with a leopard-print covered seat. A man in an orange turban, orange garment and a long brown beaded mala sits on a throne-like seat with bare upper body, handing something small to a young woman in a white kurta with red floral embroidery who kneels in front of him. A man in a blue patterned shirt stands behind, holding a small red object, and a figure in white with a gold necklace stands at left. Gold lion-form furniture, a gold canopy, a wooden bench and a tabla and stringed instrument sit in the background.2016-05-02April 27 20162016-04-27