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A photograph of a deity murti (a bronze or metal Hindu image) decorated for worship, framed by a large arch of marigolds in yellow, red and green with white jasmine garlands. The central figure wears a tall ornate crown, layered silver-and-gold necklaces, pink and magenta drapery, and raises one hand in blessing. Flanking figures wear orange and blue garments, ornate crowns and jewelled necklaces, and a golden peacock-like vehicle sits in front.

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February 07 20142014-02-07February 07 20142014-02-07 +1 copiesFebruary 20 20132013-02-20February 21 20132013-02-21A decorated deity murti of a standing or seated Hindu god in a gilded shrine arch, flanked by two smaller attendant figures. The central figure wears a tall jewelled golden crown with a red stone, a red garment covered in jewelled ornaments, and many gold chains and multi-coloured flower garlands in yellow, red, purple and green. A golden bird-headed vahana or stand sits in front. The attendants wear blue and turquoise jewelled garments and tall ornamented headdresses. Green silk drapes frame the lower base, and pale green silk covers the platform.2015-02-24 +1 copiesA deity murti of Murugan (Subramanya) stands centrally on a golden peacock vahana, holding a vel spear, adorned with ornate silver-and-gold jewellery, a crown and garlands of yellow and red flowers with green and white ribbons. Two smaller female murtis flank him, one in blue and gold, the other in blue and gold attire, both also draped in marigold and rose garlands. Golden carved arches frame the shrine, and a purple flower offering sits at the base. No living people are visible.2013-11-05November 19 20152015-11-19May 07 20172017-05-07May 07 20172017-05-07November 30 20142014-11-30 +1 copiesThree deity murtis are seated on a golden-framed throne decorated with abundant garlands of white, yellow, orange and red flowers. The central figure wears a tall crown with a gold ornament, a rich gold necklace and a purple garment, with hands raised in blessing. Flanking figures wear peacock-feather crowns and jewelled necklaces. An oil lamp stands at the lower left and a green striped silk cloth covers the base. The scene resembles a paduka puja or alankaram setting.2014-11-30September 05 20152015-09-05