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A photograph of a stage set with a seated figure on a golden throne in front of a large painted deity backdrop. The seated man wears an orange-brown robe, a saffron-coloured turban, a rudraksha mala and a white and pink flower garland. He holds his hands on the armrests. Behind him a painted four-armed deity with a crescent and a golden tree-like halo is shown, flanked by carved golden lion-like pillars and a golden trident standing to the left. Red velvet drapes form the background, with the overhead screen and a microphone stand in front of the throne.

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September 28 20162016-09-28A seated bearded man in an orange-brown robe and orange turban sits on an ornate gold throne on a stage. He wears a rudraksha mala and a pink-and-white flower garland, and his hands rest on the armrests. Behind him is a large painted backdrop of a four-armed deity murti with a crescent moon and crown, holding a trident-like symbol, a flame and a drum, with gold leaf foliage above. Gold lion-form pillars flank the stage, a brass oil lamp stands at each side, and a silver-tipped trident leans to the left. Red velvet drapes frame the set. The scene appears to be a satsang or darshan setting; the seated figure is a probable Swamiji by his orange robe, rudraksha mala and turban, though the face is not clearly distinguishable at this size.2016-09-28September 28 20162016-09-28A bearded man in saffron-orange robes sits cross-legged on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, a microphone stand beside him. Behind him a large painted deity murti of a four-armed Shiva-like figure with a crescent moon and a golden leafy halo stands against a red curtain. Flanking the throne are carved golden lion pillars, a golden trident stands to the left, and brass lamps are on the platform. A depiction of an ascetic figure appears on a panel beside the throne. The man has long hair and a rudraksha-style necklace visible on his chest. Appearance-based candidate present; identity uncertain.2016-09-28A photograph of a satsang stage with a long-haired, bearded man seated cross-legged on an ornate gold throne with red cushions, wearing saffron/orange robes and a rudraksha mala. Behind him is a large painted backdrop of a four-armed deity with a crescent moon and crown, holding a flame and other objects, framed by gold foliage. Golden lion-shaped pillars flank the stage, a gold trident stands to the left, and red curtains hang behind.2016-09-28September 28 20162016-09-28September 28 20162016-09-28A man in saffron-orange robes sits cross-legged on an ornate gold throne with a cobra-hooded canopy, wearing a white flower garland and a gold pendant, with a long rudraksha-style mala around his neck. Behind him a large painted backdrop shows a four-armed deity murti seated in meditation with raised hands, under a golden tree canopy. Gold trident and tall brass oil lamps flank the stage, and red drapes frame the set. A microphone stands at the right. Printed copyright and source text overlays the lower right corner of the image.2016-11-09November 11 20162016-11-11 +2 copiesA photograph of a seated man on a golden throne on a stage draped with deep red curtains. He wears a saffron-orange dhoti and shawl, a gold beaded necklace, and a dark head covering, with hands resting in his lap in a meditative pose. Behind him stands a large painted deity murti with four arms, a golden leafy halo, and a crown, flanked by a golden trident, a golden kalasha, brass oil lamps and a large painted figure in orange robes on the right. The stage has a red carpet and an ornate ceremonial setting. a person is seated in the centre on the peetha, the single visible person.2016-09-28A photograph of a seated man on a large ornate golden throne (peetha) on a temple-style stage. He wears a saffron-orange robe, a gold necklace, a rudraksha mala and a pink-and-white flower garland, and sits with his legs crossed on a red cushion. A microphone stands beside him. Behind the throne hangs a large painted backdrop of a multi-armed deity holding a flame and a trident, framed by maroon curtains, carved stone pillars and a gold trident on the left. The setting suggests a satsang discourse. Swamiji (probable): long dark hair, a saffron robe, a gold necklace and rudraksha mala, seated on the throne.2016-10-01September 28 20162016-09-28