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A photograph of a seated figure in a rust-red robe with a red head covering and a white flower garland, hands pressed together in prayer on an ornate gold throne-style seat. A deity murti adorned with garlands of red, pink and white flowers stands on a gold pedestal above. A bare-backed attendant in orange dhoti stands at left, and another attendant in orange kneels at right with folded hands. Brass oil lamps and a kalasha-like vessel sit before the throne, with a painted backdrop of figures and a red curtain behind.

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A seated man on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, hands pressed in namaste, wears an orange-red turban and rust-coloured robe with a white-and-pink flower garland and rudraksha-style beads. Behind him a large gold arch is draped with red, yellow and white flower garlands around a deity murti decorated with a crown and garlands, flanked by smaller figures. Two bare-chested assistants in orange dhotis stand at either side: one at left holds a long ceremonial staff, the other at right kneels with palms joined near brass lamps. Oil lamps burn on a low altar in front, with brass lamp stands and red curtains behind. Painted panels of robed figures flank the throne.2016-11-04A photograph of a stage-like temple setting with a gold ornate throne framed by red, white and pink flower garlands and a golden arch. Seated on the throne is a bearded man in saffron-orange robes, wearing an orange turban and a white flower garland, with his palms pressed together in namaste. Behind him is a golden deity murti, adorned with garlands and a crown. To the left, a bare-backed attendant in orange dhoti holds a tall gold-topped staff, and to the right a kneeling attendant in red-orange cloth performs anjali with folded hands near a brass oil lamp. Lit brass oil lamps stand on the stage floor, and red curtains and painted panels frame the scene. Three people are visible.2016-11-04A photograph of a temple-style stage set for a discourse. A seated man in an orange-red robe and matching red turban sits on an ornate gold throne with his palms pressed together in namaskar, wearing a white flower garland and a rudraksha-style necklace. Behind him is a decorated arch hung with red, yellow and pink garlands around a gold-clad deity murti. A standing man with a bare back and orange dhoti stands at left facing the throne, and another man in orange cloth kneels at right beside a ceremonial stand. Oil lamps burn on a brass tray in front of the throne, with brass lamps and painted banners nearby.2016-11-04November 04 20162016-11-04A photograph of a ceremonial stage at a satsang with a golden throne at centre, where a seated figure in saffron-orange robes, a saffron turban and a rudraksha mala with a garland sits with palms joined in namaste before a microphone. Behind him stands a deity murti decorated with red and pink flower garlands and a golden canopy. To the left, a bare-chested priest in an orange dhoti holds a lit lamp toward the throne, and to the right a young attendant in orange kneels with joined hands. Maroon curtains, golden foliage and decorated umbrellas frame the scene. a person: the seated figure on the throne wears saffron robes, a turban and rudraksha, cues consistent with the page's attribution.2016-11-04November 04 20162016-11-04Photograph of a temple stage with a gilded throne at centre and a deity murti behind it, dressed with red, yellow and pink garlands and a green leaf backdrop. A seated man in orange-brown robes and an orange turban, with a long beard and a garland of white flowers, sits with palms pressed together in namaskar. Two attendants in orange dhotis stand at either side: one at left, seen from behind and holding a bell, and one at right, kneeling with folded hands and bare shoulders. Oil lamps and brass lamp stands flank the stage, and a kalasha and a ceremonial staff are placed in front. Red and gold banners hang above. a person cues: orange-brown robes, orange turban and long beard on the seated figure, seated on the central throne.2016-11-04November 04 20162016-11-04Temple ritual in a gold-trimmed shrine framed by red curtains. A deity murti is adorned with thick garlands of pink, yellow, red and white flowers, with a gold crown and a gold canopy above. A seated figure on a gold throne wears a rust-orange turban and rust-orange robes, with a pink flower garland and hands pressed together in namaskar. A priest in an orange dhoti, bare-chested with a sacred thread, raises a lit lamp toward the deity. An attendant kneels at right in orange cloth with hands folded. Brass oil lamps and a silver ceremonial staff stand nearby, and a framed devotional picture sits at the throne base. a person cue is the turban and rust robes on the throne, but the face is not clearly visible, so this is marked unsure.2016-11-04A photograph of a ceremonial stage set before a gilded throne (peetha) with a golden canopy and a deity murti decorated with red, yellow and pink garlands. A seated man in orange robes and an orange turban sits with palms pressed together in namaskar, wearing a white garland and rudraksha-style beads. To the left, a bare-chested priest in orange dhoti holds a lit lamp or offering toward the throne, and to the right a young attendant in orange dhoti kneels with folded hands. Red velvet curtains, brass oil lamps and yellow-and-red festoons frame the stage. Pictured in the title is an ancient ritual setting with offerings and garlands. Printed copyright and source text appears in the corner.2016-11-04A photograph of a ceremonial stage set before a golden throne with a gilded arch and a deity murti adorned with garlands of red and white flowers. Seated on the golden throne is a figure in saffron-orange robes with a matching orange turban, hands pressed together in namaste, wearing a long white flower garland. A bare-chested man in orange dhoti stands at left holding a tall brass lamp, and another bare-chested attendant in orange kneels at right beside a black box. Brass oil lamps burn on a low platform in front, with fruit and offerings. Red curtains, ornate colourful canopy and gold foliage decorate the background.2016-11-04November 04 20162016-11-04