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A close-up photograph of a metallic statue, a copper-toned murti of a sage-like figure with an orange turban and drape, pearl strings and a peacock-feather headpiece. The statue wears red floral garlands, white chrysanthemum garlands, and an ornate jewelled and pearl-encrusted raised right hand held in a blessing gesture. A silver trident leans against its left shoulder. Behind it hangs a teal satin backdrop with a glossy finish. No physical people are visible; the figure is a statue, so no a person candidate is present in person.

A close-up photograph of a metallic murti, a sculpted figure with a polished bronze-gold face, red lips and dark painted eyes. The figure wears an orange turban wrapped with pearl strands, peacock feathers and a jewelled ornament at the crown, and an orange shawl falling over one shoulder. Red and pink garlands of flowers drape the neck and chest, with ornate jewelled earrings and a pearl-and-gem encrusted hand in front. A turquoise satin backdrop with dark dots sits behind. No physical people are visible.

2011-08-28 +1 copies

A close-up of a metal murti of a deity with a golden-bronze face, red lips and kohl-lined eyes, wearing an ornate gold crown with a peacock feather and a red-and-gold jewelled ornament. Orange cloth drapes over the shoulders and body. The figure holds a silver trident in the left hand and makes a jewelled abhaya-like mudra with the right hand, adorned with white stones, green and red gems. Yellow marigold garlands and red flower garlands hang around the figure against a magenta cloth backdrop. Silver and jewelled necklaces and earrings complete the decoration. No physical people are visible.

2011-08-31 +1 copies

A gilded metal murti of a deity in a decorated shrine, shown against a turquoise sequined backdrop. The figure wears a red and gold turban with a peacock feather and jewelled ornament, large paisley-shaped jewelled earrings, layered gold and beaded necklaces, and an ornate jewelled shoulder piece. Red flower garlands and green leaves drape the figure, and a silver staff rests at its side. No living people are visible; the figure is a statue, so no a person candidate is present.

Close-up of a metal deity murti with a polished copper-gold face, black-outlined eyes and red lips, wearing a bright orange turban decorated with jeweled ornaments and a jeweled crown. The figure is adorned with a dense, sparkling jeweled breastplate, layered necklaces with green and red stones, and large jeweled earrings. The raised right hand is covered in white stones with colourful circular patterns, and a ceremonial golden implement is visible at the left edge. Marigold flowers and deep red drapery form the background. No living people are visible.

A close-up of a metallic murti of a deity, shown from the chest up, with a polished copper-toned face, large dark eyes and red lips. It wears an orange turban with a pearl-and-gem crown ornament and a peacock-feather accent, orange shawl draped over the shoulders, pearl earrings and a dense necklace of red roses and white flowers. Its raised right hand, decorated with white pearl beadwork and pastel inlays, holds a silver trident, and the background is a turquoise draped cloth with mirror-like spangles. A faint copyright line appears at lower right, which is not included in the text field.

2011-08-28 +1 copies

A gilded metal statue of a deity with a fierce moustached face, wearing an orange-red striped turban with a jewelled ornament and a crown-like headpiece. The figure wears a red-orange shawl with gold border, an orange-beaded necklace, and a rhinestone-studded armour-style breastplate. Its raised hand holds a trident and a silver mace-like staff. Red and yellow flower garlands and green leaves drape the figure against a teal satin backdrop with sequined dots. The statue is a deity murti in ritual decoration, not a living person.

A metallic murti of a deity with a polished silver-gold face and red lips, wearing an orange-red turban decorated with jeweled ornaments and a crown-like jeweled headpiece. A golden staff or mace rests against its shoulder, and its raised hand is encrusted with sparkling stones and colored gems. Red roses and a yellow marigold garland hang around the figure, set against a deep red velvet backdrop with an ornate gold arch at the top.

Close-up photograph of a highly ornamented metal murti with a polished copper-coloured face, painted black eyebrows and eyes, and red lips. It wears a bright orange turban decorated with jewelled ornaments and a crown of stones above it. The body is covered in heavy jewelled necklaces, earrings and a crystal-studded white garment with red and green stones. Its raised hand is covered in white stone inlay with red and green patterns, and a gold ceremonial implement appears at the left edge beside yellow flower garlands. The background is deep maroon draped cloth. The figure is a statue, not a living person, and no identifiable a person depiction is established by the visible cues alone.

A close photograph of a metal murti of a deity figure with a polished copper-gold face, red lips and kohl-lined eyes, wearing a red and orange turban with a jeweled ornament at the front. Ornate jeweled necklaces and earrings adorn the figure. Red and yellow flower garlands drape the murti, and a silver trident stands in the foreground. Behind it hangs orange and gold shimmering fabric. A second murti with a jeweled crown appears at the right edge. The image is a watermarked photo of ritual decor, with no living people visible.

A golden metal murti of a deity seated against a magenta cloth backdrop, wearing an orange draped garment and a jewelled crown with a peacock feather and red and green stones. The figure holds a silver trident (trishul) in the left hand and wears a bejewelled necklace, earrings and a red tilak on the forehead. Marigold and rose garlands drape the shoulders, and a silver kalasha-style pot stands at the left. This is a statue, not a living person, and the photo shows no visible ritual or event activity beyond the decorated murti.

2011-08-31 +1 copies