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A photograph of an abhishekam being performed on a golden deity murti wearing an orange-red turban, a green embroidered garment and layered silver-and-jewelled necklaces and earrings. A hand in white sacred ash holds a white conch shell pouring liquid over the murti's dark lingam-like base, which is topped with fruit and offerings. A garland of yellow and magenta flowers hangs at the left, a golden trident is visible behind, and a purple garment with orange border appears at the right. The murti is a deity statue, not a living person, so no one present is identified.

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A photograph of a ritual at a temple shrine. A figure in saffron-orange robes with the head covered, whose white-painted forearms show, stands at left reaching toward a golden deity murti with a red and gold crown, large jewelled earrings, and a heavily adorned green garment with layered jeweled necklaces. The murti holds a trident-like staff and a raised hand. Below, a garland of red, white and yellow flowers and a dark pot-like object with offerings sit on a stone base, with purple cloth at right and an ornate gold backdrop behind. The scene suggests an abhishekam or puja. The figure's appearance does not clearly establish an identity.2009-12-16A close-up photograph of a metal deity murti decorated for worship. The murti wears an orange turban and a jeweled crown with red and white stones, holds a long silver staff with a jeweled tip, and is draped in white jasmine garlands with a red flower ornament at the chest. Gold jewelry and a green silk cloth form the backdrop. At the left edge, a human hand with gold bangles and rings reaches toward the murti, apparently offering or adjusting an item. A small ornate gold shrine finial appears at the lower right.2012-04-23 +2 copiesA metal murti of a deity with a polished copper-toned face, painted red lips and kohl-lined eyes, wearing an orange turban and a jeweled crown with gem-studded ornaments. Ornate jewelled earrings, layered beaded necklaces, and rudraksha-style mala beads adorn the figure, dressed in a green and gold garment. The left hand holds a golden trident while the right hand is raised in a blessing gesture with a jeweled, beaded glove. Red velvet drapes frame the murti, with yellow and purple flower garlands at the lower edge. No living people are visible.2010-09-07A gilded metal deity murti. The face is golden with red lips and kohl-lined eyes, wearing a vivid orange turban topped with an ornate jeweled crown. It wears a green garment with layered rudraksha malas, a large red and green gemstone necklace and jeweled earrings. One hand holds a golden trident decorated with white and green stones, and the other holds a gold kalasha-like vessel with greenery. Marigold garlands in yellow, red and purple hang at the left edge. No living people are visible.2010-10-13 +1 copiesClose side view of a gilded metal deity murti decorated with jewelled ornaments. The figure wears a tall jewelled crown with multicoloured stones, a bright orange-red turban or cloth wrap, a diamond-studded necklace and ear ornaments. It holds a golden trident in one hand, while the other hand is raised in an elaborately stone-set abhaya gesture. Fresh yellow and red flower garlands hang at the shoulder, with a deep maroon velvet backdrop and gold-carved arch behind. A carved fiery flame motif appears at the right edge. No living people are visible.2009-12-16A close photograph of a copper-faced deity murti with a red-and-orange turban topped by an ornate jewelled crown with a crescent. The figure wears a blue garment under layered gold and jewelled necklaces, rudraksha malas, and large jewelled earrings. Its raised right hand is covered in bejewelled ornaments and it holds a golden trident, while the left hand holds a lotus stem. Yellow and purple flower garlands hang from the arm and a vessel rests at the lower edge. The background is a deep red drape. No physical people are visible.2010-08-30December 04 20112011-12-04A golden deity murti is seated before deep red draped curtains, wearing an orange and red patterned turban topped with an ornate jeweled crown. The face is polished gold with painted eyes and red lips. The figure wears a green silk garment under layered gold and jeweled necklaces, rudraksha malas, and large jeweled earrings. Its right hand is raised in a beaded, jewel-studded abhaya gesture, and a golden trident leans at its side. Colorful marigold and flower garlands hang at the left edge, and a golden kalasha-like vessel sits at the right. The photo is a close-up of the murti with a gold-framed arch above. This is a statue, not a living person, so no physical people are present.2010-10-13July 20 20102010-07-20A photograph inside a temple shrine showing a priest in orange robes with a draped orange shawl and white sacred ash markings on his arms and forehead performing abhishekam to a deity murti. He stands at left reaching toward a metal deity figure adorned with a red and orange turban, a crescent ornament, layered jewelled necklaces and a green garment, holding a trident-topped staff, beside a female consort figure in a purple sari with gold border and rich jewellery. A flower garland of yellow and red blossoms hangs at left. A second attendant in orange at far left holds a silver bowl. A white marble seated figure with raised hands sits in the foreground beneath a gold arched frame.2009-12-16December 31 20062006-12-31A golden deity murti seated on a throne with a gold ornate backdrop, wearing an ornate crown with jewelled tiara and crescent moon ornament, pink orchid flowers and a white frangipani, a trident held in one hand, multiple layers of rudraksha beads, heavy jewelled necklaces, and a tiger-striped cloth draped over the lap, with a dark green embroidered shawl behind.2013-12-21