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A decorated stage shrine in a hall, framed by a large arch of ornate sequined and mirrored panels and a backdrop of red and yellow marigold garlands. At centre, a seated figure in orange-saffron robes and a red head covering sits on a throne under a red canopy hung with white flower strings and marigold garlands; a white garland drapes the figure's shoulders. Floral arrangements in red, pink and yellow surround the throne, with brass oil lamps and clay pots below. To the right, a deity murti of Krishna in gold and white is decorated with a marigold-and-tricolour garland arch and a silver cloth. Brass vessels and a peacock-feather fan sit at the right edge. No people are visible in the scene.

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A decorated shrine tableau with a seated figure at centre under a red canopy draped with white and multicoloured flower garlands. The seated figure wears saffron-orange robes, a red and orange head covering, and a white garland, with hands in a blessing-like pose. Below, red and yellow marigold garlands and offerings in brass vessels line the platform. To the right, a deity murti in a floral arch of red, yellow and white garlands sits on a silver-draped base with a decorated animal vehicle. A large mosaic-patterned arch with flower decorations frames the scene. No people are visible beyond the seated figure, and the scene suggests a Krishna Janmashtami puja setting.2017-08-14August 14 20172017-08-14August 14 20172017-08-14August 14 20172017-08-14A decorated shrine stage with an ornate silver-embellished arch framing a seated figure in orange-saffron robes on a flower-covered dais beneath a red canopy hung with white and orange garlands. The seated figure is a depiction on a large screen or backdrop, seen as a printed or projected image rather than a physical person. At right, a deity murti stands in a tall floral arch of red, orange, yellow and green marigolds. Strings of white jasmine garlands hang around the canopy, with brass lamps and offering pots in the foreground and red petals scattered across the platform.2017-08-14A photo of a decorated altar setting lit with spotlights. A seated figure in orange-saffron robes with a red-and-orange headwrap sits at the centre of a flower-decorated throne canopy draped with a red cloth and strings of white and orange marigold garlands. Red and orange flowers cover the platform, and a garland hangs at the chest. Brass lamps and offering vessels sit in front, with a silver-decorated arch framing the scene. To the right, a deity murti with a crown and white-and-silver drapery stands under a floral arch. The page caption cites Krishna Janmashtami celebrations, but the visible scene shows an altar and garlands only, with no visible procession, dancing, or Tulabharam.2017-08-14August 14 20172017-08-14August 14 20172017-08-14August 14 20172017-08-14August 14 20172017-08-14A photograph of an ornate festival altar decorated for Krishna Janmashtami. A seated figure in orange-red clothing with a crown-like headdress and garlands sits under a red canopy fringed with white jasmine strands, framed by a heavily decorated silver-and-gold arched backdrop with marigold and rose garlands. Stage lights cast beams across the scene. Brass pots, fruit offerings and flower petals rest on the altar in front. To the right, a decorated deity murti in a garlanded arch with a bright yellow and red border stands beside a gilded peacock-like ornament. No people are visible apart from the seated figure.2017-08-14A photo of an ornate temple-style altar decorated with dense marigold and garland work. A seated figure sits centrally in a shrine alcove, wearing orange-red clothing and a long white garland, with a red canopy fringed with white flower strands above. Below, bowls, brass vessels and fruit are arranged on a golden cloth, with lamps casting warm light. To the right, a second shrine holds a deity murti in a floral arch, its base decked with red and yellow flowers. Silver-embellished arches frame the scene. The figure's appearance is not clearly established, so identity remains uncertain.2017-08-14