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A bronze deity murti is almost entirely covered by heaped garlands of pink roses, white jasmine and yellow marigolds, with green leaves tucked among them. The figure wears a necklace and a red-marked forehead, and rose petals are scattered across the pink cloth and wooden surface below. A silver plate and a basket of fruit sit at the edges, with a brass vessel visible at lower left. No people are visible in the frame, and the garlanded deity is the only figure present.

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October 24 20062006-10-24October 24 20062006-10-24A close photograph of a deity murti heavily decorated with garlands of pink and red roses, white jasmine strands and yellow marigolds, with green leaves interwoven. The murti wears a pearl necklace and a red-stoned ornament at the chest. Beside it, a second floral garland of pink roses and white jasmine rests on a yellow cloth with a maroon border. At the upper left, a bare foot in a brown footwear with a white dhoti hem is visible, and scattered rose petals cover the surfaces. A small metal vessel stands at left and printed pages lie at right.2006-10-24Close-up photograph of a deity murti heavily decorated with garlands of marigolds, roses and jasmine in yellow, pink, red and white. A small metal deity figure with a crown-like headdress, necklaces and a jewelled chest ornament stands among the flowers. In the foreground are a coconut shell, fruits and a brass vessel. A yellow garland forms an arch in front of the murti. Pink fabric is visible at the right edge.2006-10-24October 15 20062006-10-15A photograph of a procession ratha carrying two golden metal deity murtis seated side by side on a raised throne. The left figure wears a white dhoti with a gold border and a white head cloth, and the right figure wears a pink brocade blouse and skirt with gold-thread patterns and jewelled necklaces. Both are heavily garlanded with white jasmine, pink and purple flowers, green leaves and a hanging string of green limes. Lime-green and gold ornaments and a gilded carved frame surround them, and petals are scattered on the platform. A white vehicle is visible at the left edge.2006-10-28A decorated metal deity murti stands on a gold-trimmed throne, dressed with an elaborate jewelled necklace and jewelled armlets. It wears a crown with a tall black headdress and red and gold markings on the forehead. Thick garlands of white jasmine, magenta and orange flowers, and red and green leaves frame the figure. Its hands hold ritual objects, and the scene suggests a temple alankaram.2010-11-05August 15 20182018-08-15October 09 20062006-10-09A photograph of a deity murti heavily decorated with long garlands of pink lotus-bud and white jasmine strands, yellow marigolds, red roses and green leaves draped over the figure. Ornate gold jewelry and a jewelled crown-like ornament are visible among the flowers. Behind it hangs an orange-gold silk cloth and a carved golden panel. In the foreground, silver oil lamps with lit flames, a brass bell and a pink-and-striped mat sit beside the decorated figure. No physical people are visible.2017-06-23A photograph of a metal deity murti. It wears a red silk sari, a tall gilded crown, large ornate earrings, layered silver and gold necklaces and a green stone at the waist. Magenta, yellow and green garlands drape from the shoulders to the feet, and the figure holds a lotus-stem object in one raised hand. A white cloth backdrop and a pale garland sit at the left edge. No people are visible.2006-10-21A golden face mask and deity murti is richly adorned with white jasmine garlands, orange-pink flower strands, and red and purple blossoms covering the body. A tall blue and gold crown with gem-like ornaments sits on the head. Two small gilded figures in a blue-framed medallion appear near the chest, and sequined flower rosettes decorate the sides. Flower-strewn floor surrounds the murti. No physical people are visible.2013-11-17